This is the 4457th most frequent Swedish word.
upprätthålla
To maintain or uphold.
In this sentence, 'upprätthålla' is used to mean 'maintain' or 'sustain' in the context of keeping discipline or order stable and consistent.
Vi måste upprätthålla ordning i klassrummet.
We must maintain order in the classroom.
Here, 'upprätthålla' means 'maintain' in the sense of continuing or sustaining a practice or habit over time.
Det är viktigt att upprätthålla en hälsosam livsstil.
It is important to maintain a healthy lifestyle.
The word 'upprätthålla' is used to convey 'uphold' or 'enforce,' emphasizing the role of ensuring laws are followed and sustained.