Korean word

보전

Pronunciation

Romanizationpojeon

Meaning

nounpreservation

Example

시설의 보전을 위해 정기 점검을 해요.si seo rui po jeo neul wi hae cheong gi cheom geo meul hae yo

We conduct regular inspections to preserve the facility.

More examples

환경 보전을 위해 쓰레기 분리수거를 철저히 해요.hwan gyeong po jeo neul wi hae sseu re gi pul li su geo reul cheol jeo hi hae yo

We carefully sort our garbage to preserve the environment.

Core concept

Keeping something in its original condition through ongoing care and safeguards.

Common phrases

환경 보전hwan gyeong po jeon
environmental conservation
자연 보전cha yeon po jeon
nature conservation

Similar words

유지yuji: Continuing to hold an existing condition without altering it.
관리kwalli: Routine checking and care keep something in good working order.
보호poho: Guarding a person or thing against harm, danger, or loss.
보수posu: Fixing worn or damaged parts helps make something sound again.

Definition in Korean

어떤 대상이 본래의 상태를 유지하도록 보호·관리하는 것.eo tteon tae sang i pol lae ui sang tae reul yu ji ha do rok po ho kwal li ha neun keot

Word origin

The Sino-Korean term combines elements meaning protect and whole, giving the idea of keeping something complete and intact.

Usage tips

In Korean, this noun presents care as an organized goal, while everyday wording often focuses on the particular work being done.

Other meanings

maintenancenoun
protectionnoun

Opposites

파괴pagoedestructionnoun
훼손hwesondamagenoun

Related words

보전하다pojeonhadapreserveverb
보전되다pojeondoedabe preservedverb