keep in Latin
keep in Latin is reservare, retinere, teneo — keep means to hold on to something or continue having it, rather than giving it up or losing it.
keep in Latin
reservare
retinere
teneo
What does "keep" mean?
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verb To hold on to something or continue having it, rather than giving it up or losing it.
"You can keep the book, I have another copy."
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verb To continue doing something, or to stay in a particular state.
"Keep going, we're nearly there."
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verb To look after, guard, or support someone or something.
"They keep chickens in the back garden."
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verb To honour or fulfil a promise, rule, or appointment.
"She always keeps her word."
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keep in a sentence
- You can keep the book, I have another copy.
- She kept all her old letters in a box.
- Keep going, we're nearly there.
- Please keep quiet during the performance.
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What is "keep" in Latin?
"keep" in Latin is reservare, retinere, teneo. keep means: To hold on to something or continue having it, rather than giving it up or losing it.
How do you use "keep" in a sentence?
Example: "You can keep the book, I have another copy." In Latin, "keep" is reservare, retinere, teneo.
Are there other ways to say "keep" in Latin?
Yes — Latin has 3 translations listed for "keep": reservare, retinere, teneo.
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