Meaning of the word "high maintenance" in English

What does "high maintenance" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

high maintenance

US /ˌhaɪ ˈmeɪn.tə.nəns/
UK /ˌhaɪ ˈmeɪn.tə.nəns/

Adjective

needing a lot of attention, money, or effort to keep in good condition

Example:
That car is too high maintenance for me; it's always in the shop.
She's a bit high maintenance, always needing expensive gifts and fancy dinners.