mantenemos
/mahn-teh-NEH-mohs/
we keep
We keep the plant healthy and upright.
mantenemos(verb)
we keep
?maintaining a state or condition
we maintain
?keeping something in good condition
📝 In Action
Mantenemos la casa limpia durante la semana.
A2We keep the house clean during the week.
Mantenemos la calma en situaciones difíciles.
B1We stay calm in difficult situations.
💡 Grammar Points
The 'We' Form
This word is the 'nosotros' form. It tells you that a group including the speaker is doing the action.
Present Tense Only
Unlike some other verbs, this specific spelling 'mantenemos' is only used for things happening right now, not for the past.
❌ Common Pitfalls
Don't add an extra 'i'
Mistake: "mantenienemos"
Correction: mantenemos
⭐ Usage Tips
Socializing
Use 'mantenemos el contacto' when you want to tell someone 'we are staying in touch'.
We support the family by saving and providing help.
mantenemos(verb)
we support
?providing financial help
we provide for
?looking after someone's needs
📝 In Action
Mantenemos a nuestra familia con este negocio.
B1We support our family with this business.
💡 Grammar Points
Using 'a' with People
When we say we support 'someone' (like a family member), we must put a little 'a' before the person: 'Mantenemos a mi hermano'.
🔄 Conjugations
subjunctive
imperfect
present
indicative
preterite
imperfect
present
✏️ Quick Practice
💡 Quick Quiz: mantenemos
Question 1 of 2
Which sentence means 'We keep the secret'?
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I know if 'mantenemos' means 'support' or 'keep'?
Look at what follows! If it's followed by a person (using the word 'a'), it usually means financial support. If it's followed by an object or an adjective like 'clean', it means to keep or preserve.