Manter
Example: É importante manter a calma durante situações estressantes.
Definition
"Manter" means to continue or keep something in a certain state or condition, often implying preservation or support. For example, "manter a calma" means to keep calm during stressful situations.
Etymology
The word "manter" comes from the Latin verb 'mantere,' which means to hold or keep. It entered Portuguese through Old French 'maintenir,' combining 'main' (hand) and 'tenir' (to hold), literally meaning 'to hold in the hand.' Did you know this verb originally conveyed the idea of physically holding something firmly?
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