Spanish Word of the Day
mantener
/man-te-NEAR/ • verb — 16th of Mar, 2026
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Meaning: to maintain or keep something in a certain condition
Examples
- Es importante mantener la calma en situaciones difíciles.
(It is important to maintain calm in difficult situations.) - Debemos mantener la casa limpia.
(We must keep the house clean.) - Él trabaja duro para mantener a su familia.
(He works hard to provide for his family.)
Synonyms
- conservar
- sostener
This verb is commonly used when discussing keeping things in a certain state, managing tasks, or providing support.
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