upprätthållas

The Swedish verb "upprätthållas" translates to "to be maintained," "to be upheld," or "to be sustained" in English. It is the passive form of the verb "upprätthålla." This verb describes the action of keeping something in existence, in a good condition, or according to a certain standard over time.

"Upprätthållas" is often used in contexts related to order, agreements, systems, or qualities. For example, one might say that "ordningen måste upprätthållas," meaning "order must be maintained." Similarly, "avtalet ska upprätthållas" translates to "the agreement shall be upheld." It can also refer to the continuation of a state or process, such as "en hög nivå av service upprätthållas," indicating that "a high level of service is sustained."

The concept of "upprätthållas" implies ongoing effort and vigilance to prevent decay, disruption, or collapse. It signifies the successful continuation of something through consistent action or adherence to rules and principles. The passive voice highlights that the subject of the sentence is the recipient of the action of being maintained, rather than the agent performing the maintenance. This makes it suitable for discussing obligations, responsibilities, or natural processes where the active agent may not be explicitly stated or is less important than the fact of continuation.