How Do You Spell MAINTAINED?

Pronunciation: [me͡ɪntˈe͡ɪnd] (IPA)

The word "maintained" is pronounced as /meɪnˈteɪnd/. It has two syllables, with the stress falling on the second syllable. The first syllable is pronounced as "main", and the second syllable is pronounced as "tained". The spelling of this word follows the regular English spelling convention, where the suffix "-tain" is added to the root word "main" to form the verb "maintain". This word means to keep something in a particular state or condition or to preserve something.

MAINTAINED Meaning and Definition

1. Maintained is the past participle form of the verb "maintain." It is an adjective that describes something that is upheld, preserved, or kept in a particular state or condition. This term can be used to characterize the continuous efforts made to ensure the stability, functionality, or appearance of an object, system, or environment.

   Maintained can refer to the act of regularly attending to the upkeep and repair of physical objects or structures in order to prevent deterioration or damage. For example, a well-maintained garden implies that it is regularly tended to, with the grass mowed, plants watered, and weeds removed. In terms of large-scale structures like buildings or infrastructure, being well-maintained suggests that they are regularly inspected, cleaned, and repaired to ensure safety and functionality.

   Additionally, maintained can describe the act of keeping something in a desired or expected state, such as maintaining proper hygiene, cleanliness, or order. For instance, a well-maintained car is one that receives regular oil changes, tire rotations, and cleanings to ensure its optimal performance. Similarly, a well-maintained workspace implies that it is organized, tidy, and conducive to productivity.

   Overall, maintained refers to the consistent efforts and practices put forth to sustain the original or desired condition of an object, system, or environment.

Top Common Misspellings for MAINTAINED *

• maintaned 15.1182432%
• mantained 12.4155405%
• maintianed 9.5439189%
• maintined 3.9695945%
• maintainted 3.5472972%
• maitained 3.5472972%
• maintaince 2.027027%
• mainatined 1.6047297%
• mainained 1.4358108%
• maintaing 1.0979729%
• maintanined 1.0979729%
• mainteained 0.6756756%
• matained 0.2533783%
• mainatained 0.1689189%
• maintauined 0.1689189%
• maintainned 0.1689189%
• maiantained 0.1689189%

* The statistics data for these misspellings percentages are collected from over 15,411,110 spell check sessions on www.spellchecker.net from Jan 2010 - Jun 2012.

Other Common Misspellings for MAINTAINED

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• maintainedat
• meinteined
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Etymology of MAINTAINED

The word "maintained" is derived from the Old French word "maintenir", which comes from the Latin word "manutenere". "Manutenere" is a combination of the words "manus" meaning "hand" and "tenere" meaning "to hold". Hence, "maintained" originally referred to the act of holding or keeping something in one's hand or keeping it in a proper state or condition. Over time, the meaning of the word has evolved to include the idea of preserving, supporting, or upholding something.

Similar spelling words for MAINTAINED

• mantineia,
• maintainable,
• maintenance,
• Mantini,
• manawydan,
• Mandaean,
• manhattan,
• maintain,
• maintainer,
• maintenon,
• mantinea.

Conjugate verb Maintained

CONDITIONAL

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FUTURE

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PAST

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PAST PERFECT

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PRESENT

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