Meaning
upkeep; alimony
- financial support or alimony paid to a spouse or children
- upkeep, preservation, or ongoing maintenance of something
In a sentence
Il giudice ha stabilito l'importo dell'assegno di mantenimento per i figli.
The judge determined the amount of child support for the children.
Il mantenimento della famiglia richiede molte risorse economiche.
Supporting a family requires substantial financial resources.
Non versa il mantenimento stabilito da diversi mesi.
He has not paid the agreed alimony for several months.
Word forms (2)
| Word | Word forms |
|---|---|
| mantenimento | masculine · singular |
| mantenimenti | masculine · plural |
Usage notes
- Assegno di mantenimento is the standard Italian legal term for alimony or child support.
- Differs from manutenzione, which is used for mechanical or technical maintenance.