Definitions
v. To prevent someone or something from being harmed or lost.
挽救；救助
v. To use less of something or keep money for later.
节省；储蓄
v. To keep something for future use, especially computer data.
保存；保留
Example
The lifeguard saved a child from the deep water.
救生员从深水中救起了一个孩子。
Investing in reliable public transport can save commuters time and reduce household travel costs.
投资建设可靠的公共交通可以节省通勤者的时间，并降低家庭出行成本。
Collocations
- save a life
- save money
- save time
- save a file
Word family
- saving (n.)
- savings (n.)
- saver (n.)
Usage tip
save money既可指省钱，也可指存钱。
FAQ
- What does save mean?
- To prevent someone or something from being harmed or lost. To use less of something or keep money for later. To keep something for future use, especially computer data.
- How is save pronounced?
- UK /seɪv/, US /seɪv/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
