Conservó (en. Preserved)

/kon-ser-vo/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
verb
Keep something in its original state or in good condition.
He preserved the old family house.
Él conservó la antigua casa familiar.
Store food or another thing so that it does not spoil.
She stored the fruits in glass jars.
Ella conservó las frutas en tarros de cristal.
Protect or take care of something so that it is not lost.
The museum preserved the artwork for centuries.
El museo conservó la obra de arte durante siglos.

Etymology

From the Latin 'conservare', which means 'to keep together'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to keep calm
Maintain tranquility in a difficult situation.
conservar la calma
to conserve energy
Save energy for later use.
conservar la energía
to preserve memory
Protect or remember important information.
conservar la memoria

Related Words

conservation
Action of conserving.
conservación
conserver
Person who conserves or protects something.
conservador
to preserve
To keep something in good condition.
preservar

Slang Meanings

To save something for the future.
I am going to save that money for a trip.
Voy a conservó ese dinero para un viaje.
To appreciate what one has.
She always preserved her childhood memories.
Ella siempre conservó sus recuerdos de infancia.