Mantenerlas (en. Keep them)

/manteneɾlas/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
verb
To conserve in the same state or condition.
It is important to keep them in good condition.
Es importante mantenerlas en buen estado.
To hold or maintain a weight.
He managed to keep them afloat for a long time.
Logró mantenerlas a flote durante mucho tiempo.
To prevent something from changing.
We must keep them safe from any danger.
Debemos mantenerlas a salvo de cualquier peligro.

Etymology

It derives from the Latin 'manu tenere', which means to hold with the hand.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to keep calm
To keep calm in difficult situations.
mantener la calma
to stand firm
To hold a position or belief without yielding.
mantenerse firme
to maintain the course
To keep the established direction or purpose.
mantener el rumbo

Related Words

to maintain
To hold something in a position or state.
mantener
maintenance
The action of keeping something.
mantención
upkeep
The process of keeping something in good condition.
mantenimiento

Slang Meanings

To preserve something despite the circumstances.
He always tries to keep them, even if it’s difficult.
Siempre intenta mantenerlas, aunque sea difícil.
To take care of a business or situation.
She knows how to keep them at the top.
Ella sabe cómo mantenerlas en la cima.