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upkeep
[/ˈʌpkiːp/]
noun
manutenção
1.
The process of maintaining something in good condition; the cost or effort required to maintain something
The upkeep of the old house required significant time and money.
A manutenção da casa antiga exigiu tempo e dinheiro significativos.
2.
Regular maintenance and repairs to keep something in working order
Car upkeep includes oil changes, tire rotations, and inspections.
A manutenção do carro inclui trocas de óleo, rotação de pneus e inspeções.
3.
The cost of maintaining and supporting something or someone
The upkeep of the garden is expensive during the dry season.
O custo de manutenção do jardim é caro durante a estação seca.
Synonyms
maintenance
preservation
conservation
support
repair
servicing
Antonyms
neglect
abandonment
deterioration
Regional Variations
General Brazilian
manutenção
most common term used throughout Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
manutenção
standard usage, occasionally 'conservação'
São Paulo
manutenção
predominant term in business and technical contexts
Portugal
manutenção
standard European Portuguese equivalent
Related Idioms & Phrases
upkeep of appearance
maintenance costs
keep up with upkeep
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