Spanish Conversation · Level 9
90 words
Spanish word
mantenimiento
Pronunciation
IPA/manteniˈmjento/
Meaning
- masculine nounmaintenance
Example
El mantenimiento del coche es caro.
The maintenance of the car is expensive.
More examples
El plan de mantenimiento ayuda a evitar averías.
The maintenance plan helps prevent breakdowns.
Core concept
Ongoing care and minor repairs that preserve the condition of machines or buildings.
Common phrases
mantenimiento del hogar
home maintenance
plan de mantenimiento
maintenance plan
Similar words
conservación: Care and management that preserve objects or buildings in good condition over time.
revisión: Inspection of equipment or vehicles to detect faults.
cuidado: Careful handling and attention that prevent damage.
reparación: Fixing broken parts to restore normal function.
Definition in Spanish
Conjunto de tareas destinadas a conservar equipos, instalaciones o bienes en condiciones adecuadas para su uso.
Word origin
Formed by adding -miento to mantener, and mantener ultimately traces to Latin manus 'hand' and tenēre 'to hold', reflecting the idea of keeping or holding in proper condition.
Usage tips
- For a single repair or one-off service speakers usually say reparación or servicio rather than mantenimiento.