Spanish Word · Intermediate
mantener
to maintain, to support
Pronunciation: /manteˈneɾ/
Meaning
to maintain, to support
Example
Mantenga la tapa cerrada, por favor.
Keep the lid closed, please.
Practice tips
- Practice mantener out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this Spanish word is for intermediate-level learners.