conservación
“conservación” means “preservation” in Spanish. It has 2 different meanings depending on context:
preservation, conservation
Also: maintenance
📝 In Action
La conservación del medio ambiente es una prioridad.
A2Environmental conservation is a priority.
Este libro antiguo está en un excelente estado de conservación.
B1This ancient book is in an excellent state of preservation.
Existen leyes estrictas para la conservación de los monumentos históricos.
B2There are strict laws for the maintenance of historical monuments.
storage, preservation
📝 In Action
Consulta las instrucciones de conservación en el envase.
A2Check the storage instructions on the packaging.
La sal se ha usado para la conservación de la carne durante siglos.
B1Salt has been used for the preservation of meat for centuries.
✏️ Quick Practice
Quick Quiz: conservación
Question 1 of 3
Which of these is the correct way to say 'the conservation'?
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📚 Etymology▼
From the Latin word 'conservatio', which combines 'con-' (together) and 'servare' (to keep or guard). It literally means 'keeping things together' to prevent them from falling apart.
First recorded: 13th century
Cognates (Related words)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'conservación' the same as 'preservación'?
They are very similar! In many contexts, they are interchangeable. However, 'conservación' is more common for nature and the state of repair of buildings, while 'preservación' often implies protecting something from any change at all.
Can I use 'conservación' for political views?
No. For political conservatism, use 'conservadurismo'. To describe a conservative person, use 'conservador'.
How do you say 'preservatives' in food?
Those are called 'conservantes', which is a related word from the same family.