No. 4,102 in French
conservation
The act of preserving, protecting, or maintaining something.
In a sentence
La conservation des ressources naturelles est essentielle.
The conservation of natural resources is essential.
Used as a noun to describe the act of preserving natural resources.
Je m'intéresse à la conservation du patrimoine culturel.
I am interested in the conservation of cultural heritage.
Used as a noun to discuss preserving cultural heritage.
Cette organisation travaille pour la conservation des espèces en danger.
This organization works for the conservation of endangered species.
Used as a noun to refer to preserving endangered species.
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