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noun

die Erhaltung, -en

preservation

Das bedeutet, etwas so zu pflegen oder zu schützen, dass es bleibt und nicht verloren geht.

The German word "Erhaltung" is a noun meaning "preservation" or "maintenance". It comes from the verb "erhalten", which means "to preserve", "to maintain", or "to receive".

Similar words include:

  • "Bewahrung" (protection, safeguarding)
  • "Wahrung" (keeping, guarding)
  • "Pflege" (care, maintenance)

Difference:

  • "Erhaltung" emphasizes the ongoing process of keeping something intact or functioning.
  • "Bewahrung" often has a more protective or guarding connotation.
  • "Pflege" focuses more on the active care or tending needed.

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Examples

Die Erhaltung des Parks ist wichtig.noun

The preservation of the park is important.

Die Erhaltung historischer Gebäude erfordert Fachkenntnisse.noun

The preservation of historical buildings requires expertise.

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