C1noun 2K

Maintenance

🇬🇧 UK /["/ˈmeɪntənəns/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/ˈmeɪntənəns/"]/

Meaning of Maintenance

the act of keeping something in good condition by checking or repairing it regularly

In simple words: The work needed to keep something in good condition.

Maintenance in a sentence

• The maintenance of the building is scheduled every month to ensure safety.
• Regular maintenance of the car can prevent expensive repairs in the future.
• The software maintenance team fixed several bugs after the update was released.
• The maintenance costs for the old factory have risen significantly over the years.
• The city allocated a large budget to the maintenance of public parks and recreational areas.

How to use Maintenance

Use 'maintenance' in formal or neutral contexts, especially when discussing services or equipment. Avoid using it in informal conversations unless referring to personal upkeep.

Grammar pattern

maintenance + of + object

Memory hint

Think 'maintain' + 'tense' — you need to keep machines in shape to avoid unnecessary stress.

Related words

Collocations with Maintenance

• annual
• daily
• regular
• carry out
• do
• perform
• engineer
• man
• technician
• child
• pay
• claim
• payments
• arrears
• in maintenance

Synonyms for Maintenance

• upkeep
• service
• repair
• care
• sustenance

Opposites of Maintenance

• neglect
• disrepair
• deterioration

Common mistakes with Maintenance

• Confused with 'maintain' as a verb.
• Using 'maintaining' instead of 'maintenance' when referring to a noun.
• Overusing in casual settings where simpler words could fit.

Frequently asked questions about Maintenance

What does Maintenance mean?

The work needed to keep something in good condition.

What is the definition of Maintenance?

the act of keeping something in good condition by checking or repairing it regularly

How do you use Maintenance in a sentence?

The maintenance of the building is scheduled every month to ensure safety.

Can you give another example of Maintenance?

Regular maintenance of the car can prevent expensive repairs in the future.

What are synonyms for Maintenance?

Common alternatives include upkeep, service, repair, care, sustenance.

What is the opposite of Maintenance?

Opposite meanings include neglect, disrepair, deterioration.

What words go with Maintenance?

It commonly pairs with annual, daily, regular, carry out, do, perform, engineer, man, technician, child, pay, claim, payments, arrears, in maintenance.

What are common mistakes when using Maintenance?

Confused with 'maintain' as a verb. Using 'maintaining' instead of 'maintenance' when referring to a noun. Overusing in casual settings where simpler words could fit.

How do you pronounce Maintenance?

US: /["/ˈmeɪntənəns/"]/, UK: /["/ˈmeɪntənəns/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Maintenance?

Use 'maintenance' in formal or neutral contexts, especially when discussing services or equipment. Avoid using it in informal conversations unless referring to personal upkeep.

What CEFR level is Maintenance?

"Maintenance" is at C1 level on the CEFR scale.