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mantenersi

to keep oneself, stay (e.g., in shape), to support oneself

m a n . t e ˈn e r . s i → mantenere
verb Rare #39,891
to keep oneself, stay (e.g., in shape) Often used with phrases like “mantenersi in forma” (stay in shape).
IT: È importante mantenersi in forma.
EN: It’s important to stay in shape.
to support oneself Used meaning “to provide for oneself” financially.
IT: Da quando vive da solo, deve mantenersi.
EN: Since he’s been living alone, he has to support himself.
Conjugation of mantenere
Indicative present
SingularPlural
First mantengo manteniamo
Second mantieni mantenete
Third mantiene mantengono
Imperative
SingularPlural
First — manteniamo
Second mantieni mantenete
Third mantenga —
Past
mantenuto
Subjunctive present
SingularPlural
First mantenga manteniamo
Second mantenga —
Third mantenga —
Indicative past
SingularPlural
Third mantenne —
Present
mantenendo
Indicative future
SingularPlural
First manterrò —

Per mantenersi.

To support oneself.

— La vita di Adele: Capitoli 1 & 2 (2013)

Come fa a mantenersi?

How does he support himself?

— Audition (2000)

Diceva che, un giorno, Ri-uno dovrà imparare a mantenersi da sola.

He said that, one day, Ri-uno will have to learn to support herself.

— No Other Choice - Non c'è altra scelta (2025)

E si trova un onesto lavoro per mantenersi il vizio?

And do you find an honest job to support your habit?

— Mystic River (2003)

Crede che la sua buona salute sia il risultato del mantenersi attiva.

She believes her good health is a result of keeping active.