would keep/maintain
verb/mɐ̃tɨˈɾiɐ/medium
man·te·ri·a
Definition
First or third person singular of the conditional simple tense of the verb 'to keep/maintain'. Expresses a hypothetical action, a future in the past, or politeness.
I would keep the promise if it were possible.
He said he would maintain the secret until the end.
Common collocations
would keep one's wordwould keep calmwould maintain the traditionwould keep the position
Etymology
Forma verbal do verbo 'manter' (do latim 'manutenere') no condicional simples (1ª e 3ª pessoa do singular).