preservation
gb/pɹˌɛzɚvˈeɪʃən/ us/pɹˌɛzɚvˈeɪʃən/
B2
Inglés
~ 6500
Acepciones
0 acepciones
Sustantivo
B2
action
1
keeping something safe and unchanged
The act of keeping something safe and making sure it does not get damaged, lost, or changed.
Patrón de uso:
the preservation of [something]
Error frecuente:
Learners often confuse 'preservation' with 'reservation'. 'Preservation' is about keeping something safe or unchanged, while 'reservation' is usually about booking something (a table, a room) or an area of protected land. Another common mistake is to say 'make a preservation of' instead of 'ensure the preservation of' or simply 'preserve'.
Sinónimos
protection (A broader everyday term; does not always include the idea of keeping something in its original state.)
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conservation (Often used for natural resources or heritage; slightly more formal and technical than 'preservation'.)
Antónimos
destruction (Focuses on complete damage or ruin, which is the opposite of keeping something safe.)
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loss (Highlights the opposite outcome where something is no longer kept or maintained.)
Colocaciones
the preservation of life
|the preservation of culture
|the preservation of evidence
|self-preservation
|environmental preservation
|historic preservation
Temas
general
|law
|society
|core_vocabulary
|daily_life
Ejemplos
- The preservation of life must always be our first priority in an emergency.
- New laws were introduced for the preservation of personal data.
- The company invested in better storage for the preservation of important documents.
- Her work focuses on the preservation of indigenous languages.
- Strict rules exist for the preservation of evidence in criminal cases.
Ejemplos para estudiantes
- The doctor said the first goal was the preservation of the patient’s life.
- Good preservation of old photos keeps family memories clear.
- The city made a plan for the preservation of its old buildings.
- They use special boxes for the preservation of important papers.
- Rules help with the preservation of peace in the classroom.
Sustantivo
technical
B2
action
2
preventing food or materials from spoiling
The way food or other natural things are treated so they can stay good and not go bad for a long time.
Patrón de uso:
the preservation of [food/material]
Error frecuente:
Learners sometimes say 'conservation of food' when they mean 'food preservation'. 'Conservation' sounds more like saving resources or energy, while 'preservation' is the usual term for stopping food from going bad. Another mistake is to use the verb 'preservation' instead of 'preserve', as in 'We preservation the meat' instead of 'We preserve the meat.'
Sinónimos
storage (Focuses on where and how things are kept; does not always include active treatment to stop decay.)
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processing (A broader term for treating food; may include preservation but also other changes like cooking or packaging.)
Antónimos
spoilage (Refers specifically to food or materials going bad, which is what preservation tries to prevent.)
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decomposition (A technical term for natural breaking down of organic matter, which preservation slows or stops.)
Colocaciones
food preservation
|meat preservation
|long-term preservation
|preservation methods
|preservation techniques
|chemical preservation
Temas
science
|technology
|daily life
|food_drink
|health
Ejemplos
- Refrigeration is one of the most important methods of food preservation.
- Salt has been used for the preservation of meat for thousands of years.
- Modern preservation techniques allow fruit to be shipped around the world.
- The museum invested in better preservation of delicate paper and textiles.
- Canning became a popular form of food preservation in the nineteenth century.
Ejemplos para estudiantes
- Freezing is a common way of food preservation.
- We use glass jars for the preservation of homemade jam.
- Good preservation keeps meat safe to eat for many days.
- Scientists study new methods of fish preservation.
- Drying is an old but simple preservation method.
Sustantivo
formal
C1
action
3
organized protection of nature or heritage
The planned work to protect nature, animals, or old buildings and keep them in good condition for the future.
Patrón de uso:
the preservation of [environment/wildlife/buildings]
Error frecuente:
Learners may use only 'save' instead of more precise nouns like 'preservation' or 'conservation' in formal writing (e.g., 'the save of the forest'). Also, some confuse 'preservation' with 'restoration': preservation focuses on protecting what exists now, while restoration is about returning something to an earlier condition.
Sinónimos
conservation (The most common term in environmental policy; often slightly broader, including careful use as well as protection.)
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protection (A more general word; less tied to formal policies or professional fields than 'preservation'.)
Antónimos
development (Refers to building or economic projects that may replace or damage natural areas or historic sites.)
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exploitation (Focuses on using natural or cultural resources heavily, often without care for long-term damage.)
Colocaciones
wildlife preservation
|historic preservation
|heritage preservation
|preservation society
|preservation efforts
|preservation policies
Temas
environment
|culture
|politics
|nature
|law
Ejemplos
- The organization is dedicated to the preservation of local wetlands.
- Historic preservation has become a major issue in the rapidly growing city.
- Government funding for the preservation of cultural heritage has been reduced.
- Preservation groups protested the plan to demolish the old theater.
- The conference brought experts together to discuss the preservation of biodiversity.
Ejemplos para estudiantes
- Many people work for the preservation of the rainforest.
- The town has strict rules for the preservation of old houses.
- A new law supports the preservation of rare animals.
- Students joined a club for the preservation of local forests.
- Tourism can help the preservation of historic sites if it is carefully managed.
Gramática
Forma de diccionario
preservation
AFI
GB/pɹˌɛzɚvˈeɪʃən/
US/pɹˌɛzɚvˈeɪʃən/
Sílabas y acento
pre - ser - va - tion (4 sílabas)
Stress on 2nd syllable (ser)
Formas de la palabra
Noun
- Base: preservation
- Plural: preservation, preservations
Familia de palabras
Forms
preservations
noun
Core family
preserve
verb B1
preservative
noun
Related words
conserve
verb B2
conservation
noun B1
Negative and opposite forms
destroy
verb B1
destruction
noun B1
Advanced or less common
preservationist
noun C1
Expresiones
environmental preservation
1/ɪnvˌaɪɹənmˈɛntəl pɹˌɛzɚvˈeɪʃən/
fixed phrase
formal
protecting the natural environment
Work and actions to keep nature safe and healthy, and to stop land, air, and water from being harmed.
Ejemplos
- Environmental preservation is a key goal of the new policy.
- Many charities focus on environmental preservation and climate action.
- The park was created for environmental preservation as well as public recreation.
food preservation
1/fˈud pɹˌɛzɚvˈeɪʃən/
fixed phrase
technical
methods to stop food spoiling
Ways to keep food good to eat for a longer time, for example by drying, freezing, or adding salt.
Ejemplos
- Freezing is one of the simplest forms of food preservation.
- The course covers basic food preservation, including canning and drying.
- Modern food preservation has greatly reduced the risk of food poisoning.
historic preservation
1/hɪstˈɔɹɪk pɹˌɛzɚvˈeɪʃən/
fixed phrase
protecting historic buildings and sites
The work to keep old buildings and places in good condition and stop them from being destroyed or changed too much.
Ejemplos
- The city created a fund for historic preservation in the old town center.
- She studied historic preservation at university and now works for a museum.
- Historic preservation laws stopped the hotel company from tearing down the theater.
self-preservation
1/sˈɛlf pɹˌɛzɚvˈeɪʃən/
fixed phrase
protecting your own life or safety
The natural wish or action to keep yourself safe and alive.
Ejemplos
- Out of self-preservation, he backed away from the dangerous situation.
- Her decision to leave the toxic workplace was an act of self-preservation.
- Sometimes self-preservation makes people stay silent instead of speaking up.