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AWL Sublist 2 · Academic Word
maintenance
/ˈmeɪntənəns/ Syllables: ˈmain·te·nance
English Illustration
Arabic Translation & Context
Synonyms & Antonyms
The process of keeping something in good condition or continuing a practice.
Synonyms
upkeep
preservation
continuation
Antonyms
neglect
Translations
maintenance in Arabic
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Arabic Meaning
صيانة، استمرارية
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Easy Explanation (Arabic)
العمل على إبقاء شيء ما في حالة جيدة، أو الاستمرار في فعل شيء ما.
Easy Explanation
Plain English Breakdown
Maintenance means keeping something working properly. Language maintenance keeps a language alive.
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Memory TipMaintenance contains 'maintain' — you maintain something by keeping it at the same standard.
Contextual Examples
How to use in a sentence
Regular maintenance of laboratory equipment is essential for accurate results.
The maintenance of academic standards requires ongoing evaluation and quality assurance.
Language maintenance programmes help minority communities preserve their heritage languages.
Word Families & Pronunciation
maintenance
| PART OF SPEECH | FORM |
|---|---|
| verb | maintain |
| adjective | maintained |
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