VocabJLPT N3
preservation
NounSuru VerbTransitive Verb

Definitions

  1. 1. preservation
  2. 2. conservation
  3. 3. saving (e.g. to disk)
The act of keeping or saving something so it is not lost. It is commonly used when saving a computer file, preserving food, or protecting historical artifacts.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

You're right, there is value in preserving old maps.

Sentence 2

She smiled and said, "I keep memories saved in my heart."

Sentence 3

Did you save those settings before making any changes?

Sentence 4

The library nearby takes great care in preserving old books.

Sentence 5

Even a small note should be saved as evidence.