Japanese

いじ
Meaning: maintenance; preservation; upkeep
Part of Speech: Noun

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Handwriting

維
持

Example sentences

It is important to maintain a healthy lifestyle.
毎日食後に歯を磨くことは、健康を維持するために大切だ。
Brushing your teeth after every meal every day is important for maintaining health.
健康を維持するために、定期的に運動することが大切だ。
It is important to exercise regularly to maintain health.
その会社は健全な財務状況を維持している。
That company maintains a sound financial standing.
健康を維持するには、適度な運動が欠かせない。
Moderate exercise is essential for maintaining health.
健康を維持するためには、十分な睡眠が不可欠だ。
Adequate sleep is indispensable for maintaining good health.
そのサービスは品質の維持が最高ランクに設定されている。
That service has its quality maintenance set at the highest rank.
血液や汗などの体液は、生命を維持するために不可欠です。
Body fluids like blood and sweat are essential for maintaining life.
彼は毎日トレーニングをして筋力を維持している。
He maintains his muscle strength by training every day.
健康を維持するために、十分な水分を摂取することが重要だ。
It is important to ingest enough water to maintain health.

Usage Notes

Used for maintaining a state or situation as it is.

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