Entretenu (en. Maintained)

/ɑ̃.tʁə.tə.ny/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
adjective
Definition: Who has been cared for or maintained.
Example Sentence: This garden is well maintained.
Ce jardin est bien entretenu.
Definition: Who is kept at a high level.
Example Sentence: He has a very polished lifestyle.
Il a un style de vie très entretenu.
Definition: Who is supported or preserved.
Example Sentence: His apartment is always maintained with care.
Son appartement est toujours entretenu avec soin.
Definition: Refers to a person who takes care of their appearance.
Example Sentence: She is always well-groomed.
Elle est toujours bien entretenue.

Etymology

Etymology/Origin: Comes from the verb 'entretenir' composed of 'entre-' and 'tenir'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Phrase: maintained with care
Meaning: Who receives special attention to remain in good condition.
entretenu avec soin
Phrase: faithful maintenance
Meaning: A contract or commitment that is upheld.
entretenu fidèle
Phrase: ongoing care
Meaning: Measures taken to keep something in good condition.
soins entretenus

Related Words

Related Word: maintain
Description: Support or keep in good condition.
entretenir
Related Word: company
Description: A common effort or work towards a certain goal.
entreprise
Related Word: maintenance
Description: Maintenance or relationship that proceeds with the aim of exchange.
entretien

Slang Meanings

Slang Meaning: To have style
Slang Example: He is too polished, he always looks classy.
Il est trop entretenu, il a toujours la classe.
Slang Meaning: To take care of oneself
Slang Example: She spends a lot of time being groomed.
Elle passe beaucoup de temps à être entretenue.