No. 1,714 in Portuguese
conservação
"Conservação" means "conservation" or "preservation" in English, referring to the act of maintaining or protecting something.
In a sentence
A conservação ambiental é essencial para proteger nossa biodiversidade.
Environmental conservation is essential to protect our biodiversity.
In this sentence, 'conservação' refers to the act of preserving or maintaining the environment, highlighting its importance in ecological contexts.
O museu investiu na conservação das obras de arte para prolongar sua vida útil.
The museum invested in the conservation of artworks to extend their lifespan.
Here, 'conservação' is used to describe the process of caring for and preserving works of art, particularly in a museum context.
A conservação de alimentos é fundamental para evitar desperdícios.
Food conservation is crucial to avoid wastage.
In this example, 'conservação' pertains to the methods or techniques used to keep food fresh and safe for consumption over time.
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