French Conversation · Level 133
30 words
French word
maintien
Pronunciation
IPA/mɛ̃tjɛ̃/
Meaning
- masculine nounmaintenance
Example
Le maintien de la propreté est important.
Maintaining cleanliness is important.
More examples
Le maintien de l'ordre est essentiel lors des événements publics.
Maintaining order is essential at public events.
Core concept
An ongoing hold that keeps an existing state stable.
Common phrases
maintien de l'ordre
maintaining order
maintien de la paix
maintaining peace
maintien du contact
maintaining contact
Similar words
entretien: Care and cleaning that keep an object or place in good condition.
continuité: Continuation without interruption.
stabilité: A condition of little change and steady balance.
protection: Protection from damage or danger.
Definition in French
Signifie l'action de conserver quelque chose dans son état actuel, par exemple la propreté, une situation ou une qualité.
Word origin
French maintien developed from the verb maintenir, inherited through Old French from Latin manu tenere, 'to hold by hand'.
Usage tips
- Maintien refers to keeping a state or condition in place, while technical upkeep is usually called maintenance.