維持
The act of keeping something in its current state, condition, or level over a period of time. It is commonly used to describe the maintenance of health, systems, relationships, or the status quo.
Examples
3 of 5健康を維持するために、毎日散歩しています。
I take a walk every day to maintain my health.
我が国は国際社会の平和を維持する責務がある。
Our nation has a responsibility to maintain international peace.
体型を維持するのって、結構大変だよね。
Maintaining your figure is quite difficult, isn't it?
Word Family
Memory Tip
Think of the 'i' in 'iji' as standing for 'it is still the same'. You want to keep things just the way they are!
Quick Quiz
今の体重を____するために、甘いものを控えています。
Correct!
The correct answer is: 維持
Examples
健康を維持するために、毎日散歩しています。
everydayI take a walk every day to maintain my health.
我が国は国際社会の平和を維持する責務がある。
formalOur nation has a responsibility to maintain international peace.
体型を維持するのって、結構大変だよね。
informalMaintaining your figure is quite difficult, isn't it?
この実験では、一定の温度を維持することが不可欠である。
academicIn this experiment, it is essential to maintain a constant temperature.
新規顧客の獲得よりも、既存顧客との関係維持が重要です。
businessMaintaining relationships with existing customers is more important than acquiring new ones.
Word Family
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
現状維持
maintenance of the status quo
平和維持活動
peacekeeping activities (PKO)
維持管理
maintenance and management
Often Confused With
Hozon is usually used for saving data or preserving food/nature, while iji is for continuing a state or condition.
Hoji refers to physically holding something or keeping a record/title, whereas iji is the broader concept of maintenance.
Usage Notes
維持 is most commonly used as a 'suru' verb (維持する). It implies a conscious effort to prevent something from getting worse or changing.
Common Mistakes
Learners often use 'shūri' (repair) when they mean 'iji' (maintenance). Use 'iji' for the continuous effort, not a one-time fix.
Memory Tip
Think of the 'i' in 'iji' as standing for 'it is still the same'. You want to keep things just the way they are!
Word Origin
From '維' (tie/rope) and '持' (hold). It literally means to tie something up and hold it firmly in place.
Grammar Patterns
Cultural Context
In Japanese society, 'Genjo Iji' (status quo) is often valued in organizations to ensure stability and harmony.
Quick Quiz
今の体重を____するために、甘いものを控えています。
Correct!
The correct answer is: 維持
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