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entretenir

/ɑ̃tʁətniʁ/
1.
verbInf3rd

maintain

keep in good condition

service (e.g., a car or a machine)

Il faut entretenir sa voiture régulièrement pour éviter les pannes.

You have to maintain your car regularly to avoid breakdowns.

Synonyms:maintenir, réviser, faire l'entretien de
2.
verbInf3rd

keep alive

sustain

nurture (an interest, feeling, doubt, etc.)

Ils essaient d'entretenir la flamme après dix ans de mariage.

They are trying to keep the spark alive after ten years of marriage.

Synonyms:préserver, nourrir, soutenir
3.
verbInf3rd

support financially

provide for

Il a décidé d'entretenir sa mère depuis sa retraite.

He decided to support his mother financially since her retirement.

Synonyms:soutenir (financièrement), subvenir aux besoins de
4.
verbInf3rd

talk with

have a discussion (with someone about something)

discuss

Je souhaite m'entretenir avec la directrice demain.

I would like to speak with the director tomorrow.

Synonyms:discuter, s'entretenir