maintain (EN)
sögn

sögn “maintain”

maintain; he maintains; past maintained, part. maintained; ger. maintaining
  1. viðhalda
    To stay healthy, she maintains a balanced diet and exercises regularly.
  2. halda fram
    He maintains that eating breakfast is crucial for having enough energy throughout the day.
  3. viðhalda (í góðu ástandi)
    She regularly maintains her bicycle to ensure it's always ready for a ride.
  4. fjármagna
    The company maintained its old factory for years, despite the high costs, because it was a crucial part of the town's economy.