"upkeep" in Chinese (Simplified)

• 维护
• 保养

Definition

保持某物良好状态的过程或费用，通常指通过定期护理、维修或保养。

Usage Notes (Chinese (Simplified))

'Upkeep' 多用于需要定期保养的建筑、设备等。通常指保养或维护的费用或工作。常搭配 'the upkeep of the car'，不用作动词，应使用 'maintain'。

Examples

The upkeep of a large garden can be expensive.

一个大花园的**维护**可能很贵。

Who is responsible for the building's upkeep?

谁负责大楼的**维护**？

Regular upkeep prevents bigger problems later.

定期**维护**可以防止以后出现更大问题。

I can't afford the upkeep on that old car anymore.

我已经负担不了那辆旧车的**保养**了。

The hotel includes daily upkeep of your room.

酒店包含每天房间的**清洁维护**。

Pet ownership isn't just fun—remember the upkeep involved!

养宠物不仅仅是好玩——别忘了还有**护理**工作！