Conserven (en. Preserve)

/konˈseɾβen/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
verb
Keep an object or substance in suitable conditions.
It is important that they keep the food in the refrigerator.
Es importante que conserven los alimentos en el refrigerador.
Protect something from loss or deterioration.
Museums must preserve the ancient artworks.
Los museos deben conserven las obras de arte antiguas.
Continue in a state or situation.
It is necessary for them to remain calm during the storm.
Es necesario que conserven la calma durante la tormenta.

Etymology

Derived from Latin 'conservare', which means 'to keep' or 'to maintain'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

conserve energy
Maintain energy resources for later use.
conservar la energía
conserve memory
Keep memories or information in mind.
conservar la memoria
maintain a relationship
Maintain an emotional or social connection with someone.
conservar una relación

Related Words

conservation
Action of preserving something in its original state.
conservación
conservative
Person who advocates for the conservation of traditions or values.
conservador
preservative
Substance added to food to prolong its shelf life.
conservante

Slang Meanings

Keep something valuable for later use.
I will keep this ticket for the concert.
Voy a conservar esta entrada para el concierto.
Keep a secret or confidential information.
Keep the secret, don't tell anyone.
Conserven el secreto, no le digan a nadie.