Conservent (en. Preserve)

/kɔ̃.sɛʁ.vɑ̃/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench

verb

Keep something in a state of integrity or efficiency.

They keep food in the refrigerator.

Ils conservent des aliments dans le réfrigérateur.

Protect or keep something.

Scientists keep samples for study.

Les scientifiques conservent des échantillons pour étude.

Preserve by appropriate means.

This method allows for data preservation.

Cette méthode permet de conserver les données.

From the Latin 'conservare', meaning 'to keep, preserve'.

maintain peace

Maintain harmony

conserver la paix

keep calm

Stay calm in a stressful situation

conserver son calme

maintain a good reputation

Maintain self-esteem with others

conserver une bonne réputation

conservation

The action of preserving something

conservation

curator

Someone who protects or maintains traditions

conservateur

preservability

The ability of an asset to be preserved

conservabilité

Keep something to oneself

I keep my secrets, you know.

Je conserve mes secrets, tu connais.

Be foresighted

He always keeps a bit of money for unexpected expenses.

Il conserve toujours un peu d'argent pour les imprévus.