1. Godan verb with 'tsu' ending, Transitive verb

   1.

   to keep; to preserve; to hold; to retain

2. Godan verb with 'tsu' ending, Intransitive verb

   2.

   to last; to endure; to keep well (food); to wear well

Example sentences

• 名声を保つことは難しい。

  It is hard to maintain one's reputation.

• 体温を適温に保つということは大切なことです。

  It is important to maintain your body temperature at a suitable level.