die Instandhaltung
Translation
maintenance, upkeep, servicing
Examples
Die Instandhaltung der Maschinen ist teuer.
The maintenance of the machines is expensive.
Regelmäßige Instandhaltung ist wichtig.
Regular maintenance is important.
Grammar Patterns
die Instandhaltung ((et2)) (the maintenance of sth.) The maintenance of the building is important.
Similar Words
Synonyms: die Wartung (servicing), die Pflege (care), der Unterhalt (upkeep)
Etymology
A noun derived from 'instand halten' (to maintain). Composed of 'in' (in), 'Stand' (state), and 'Haltung' (keeping, posture).
Memory Tips
Break it down: 'in-stand-haltung' -> 'the act of keeping something in a good state'.