Aufrechterhalten Translations, meanings and synonyms

"Aufrechterhalten" is used as verb with the meaning of "maintain", "uphold" or "keep up".

Essential properties of "aufrechterhalten"

Its most important properties are:

Properties

  • Infinitive: aufrechterhalten
  • Simple past: erhielt aufrecht
  • Participle: aufrechterhalten

See full conjugation of aufrechterhalten

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Note: These properties are not absolute. A transitive verb can be used intransitively and vice versa depending on context, and many verbs can be used reflexively even though they are not primarily reflexive.

Meanings of "aufrechterhalten" + more translations, synonyms and antonyms

It has the meanings and uses detailed below:

1.) "Maintain something in its current state"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Wir müssen die Ordnung im Büro aufrechterhalten.We must maintain order in the office.
  2. Er versucht, die Tradition seiner Familie aufrechterhalten.He tries to uphold his family's tradition.
  3. Es ist wichtig, den Kontakt zu alten Freunden aufrechterhalten.It is important to maintain contact with old friends.

2.) "Uphold a position or argument"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Er konnte seine Meinung in der Debatte aufrechterhalten.He was able to uphold his opinion in the debate.
  2. Sie aufrechterhalten, dass ihre Theorie korrekt ist.She maintains that her theory is correct.
  3. Trotz der Kritik aufrechterhalten sie ihre Position.Despite the criticism, they maintained their position.
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