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Italian

preservazione

/pre.zer.vaˈtsjo.ne/noun · feminineC2
Extended vocabulary · Vocabulary rank 36,696

Meaning

preservation

  • act or process of preserving something from decay, harm, or loss

In a sentence

La preservazione delle foreste pluviali è essenziale per il clima globale.

The preservation of rainforests is essential for the global climate.

Questo progetto mira alla preservazione del patrimonio artistico locale.

This project aims at the preservation of local artistic heritage.

Dobbiamo investire risorse nella preservazione degli habitat marini.

We must invest resources in the preservation of marine habitats.

Word forms (2)
WordWord forms
preservazionefeminine · singular
preservazionifeminine · plural

Usage notes

  • Often interchangeable with conservazione, but preservazione highlights defense against damage.

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