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持

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The word "维持" is formed by combining the character "维", which originally denotes tying or connecting, implying the aspect of upholding or keeping things together, with "持", which means to hold or grasp, indicating the action of supporting or sustaining. Together, they create a compound where "维" contributes the notion of maintaining integrity or continuity, and "持" adds the sense of actively holding or preserving, resulting in the meaning to maintain or keep in a steady state.

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我们需要维持秩序。

Wǒmen xūyào wéichí zhìxù.

We need to maintain order.

他努力工作以维持家人的生活。

Tā nǔlì gōngzuò yǐ wéichí jiārén de shēnghuó.

He works hard to maintain his family's livelihood.

如果我们想维持友谊，就必须经常沟通。

Rúguǒ wǒmen xiǎng wéichí yǒuyì, jiù bìxū jīngcháng gōutōng.

If we want to maintain friendship, we must communicate often.

维持生态平衡对于可持续发展至关重要。

Wéichí shēngtài pínghéng duìyú kě chíxù fāzhǎn zhìguān zhòngyào.

Maintaining ecological balance is crucial for sustainable development.

政府实施了多种政策以在经济下滑期间维持社会稳定。

Zhèngfǔ shíshī le duō zhǒng zhèngcè yǐ zài jīngjì xiàhuá qījiān wéichí shèhuì wěndìng.

The government has implemented various policies to maintain social stability during the economic downturn.

Word Definition - 维持

wéi chí to keep; to maintain; to preserve

Individual Character Details

维 wéi, wéi
持 chí