preservation
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preservation
The preservation of something in its existing condition, especially cultural monuments, works of art, or nature.
Die Erhaltung der historischen Altstadt kostet viel Geld.
The preservation of the historic old town costs a lot of money.
maintenance
The maintenance of a condition or function; upkeep.
Regelmäßige Wartung ist wichtig für die Erhaltung der Funktionsfähigkeit der Maschine.
Regular maintenance is important for preserving the machine’s functionality.
The noun 'Erhaltung' (preservation) is derived from the verb 'erhalten' (to preserve/maintain). The ending '-ung' forms nouns from verbs, and these nouns are always feminine ('die'). The word describes the process or result of preserving something.
Die Erhaltung alter Bücher ist eine wichtige Aufgabe für Bibliotheken.
The preservation of old books is an important task for libraries.
'Die Erhaltung' is often used with a genitive object to say what is being preserved. Alternatively, the preposition 'von' with the dative can also be used.
Der Verein setzt sich für die Erhaltung des alten Schlosses ein.
The association is committed to the preservation of the old castle.
While the verb 'erhalten' can also mean 'bekommen' (to receive), the noun 'die Erhaltung' refers exclusively to the meaning 'bewahren' (to preserve) or 'aufrechterhalten' (to maintain). So it is always about preserving a condition.
Die Erhaltung des Friedens hat oberste Priorität.
The preservation of peace has top priority.
The word 'Erhaltung' belongs more to written language and is often used in formal, official, or academic contexts. It is frequently found in texts about monument preservation, nature, or technology.
Die Gemeinde hat neue Richtlinien zur Erhaltung der Grünflächen erlassen.
The municipality has issued new guidelines for the preservation of green spaces.
maintenance
Erhaltung can refer generally to preserving the functionality of a building or system. Instandhaltung refers more specifically to ongoing technical measures such as servicing, inspection, and repair. Erhaltung is appropriate for the goal, while Instandhaltung is usually used for the specific work involved.
Für die Erhaltung der Funktionsfähigkeit der Heizung ist ausreichend Geld vorgesehen.
Sufficient funds have been allocated to preserve the heating system's functionality.
Zur Instandhaltung der Heizung gehören regelmäßige Prüfungen und Reparaturen.
Regular inspections and repairs are part of maintaining the heating system.
