Entretenue (en. Maintained)

/ɑ̃.tʁə.tə.ny/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
noun
Keeping a building or equipment in good condition.
The maintenance of the building is necessary for its durability.
L'entretien de l'immeuble est nécessaire pour sa durabilité.
Conversation or dialogue between people.
An interview is a type of formal maintenance.
Une entrevue est un type d'entretenue formelle.
Replacement of parts to ensure proper functioning.
Regular maintenance of the car extends its lifespan.
L'entretien régulier de la voiture prolonge sa durée de vie.

Etymology

From the verb 'entretenir', derived from the Latin 'intertenere'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Regular maintenance
Regular and necessary maintenance.
entretien courant
Maintained relationship
Maintaining connections and exchanges in a relationship.
entretenue de la relation
To carry out maintenance
Performing maintenance or conservation tasks.
faire l'entretien

Related Words

To maintain
Keeping something in good condition.
entretenir
Maintenance
The action of maintaining, conversation.
entretien
Maintainer
A person who maintains or manages something.
entreteneur

Slang Meanings

Careful appearance or presentation.
She always has an impeccable appearance.
Elle a toujours une entretenue impeccable.
Maintaining an image or social status.
Their appearance is necessary to stay in the right circle.
Leur entretenue est nécessaire pour rester dans le bon cercle.