save money
/seɪv ˈmʌni/phrase★Beginner
💰Finance
formal
To accumulate funds for future use by spending less than one earns
She saves money by cooking at home instead of eating out.
The person reduces expenses by preparing meals herself.
💡
Commonly used in personal finance and budgeting discussions.
Collocations
save money onreduce expenses for a specific item or servicesave money forset aside funds for a specific purpose
Synonyms
Antonyms
Related Phrases
save upphrase
to accumulate money over time
cut costsphrase
to reduce expenses
💡Pro Tip
Budgeting Tip
Track your expenses to identify areas where you can save money.
⚡Gold Rule
Financial Planning
Saving money is essential for financial security and achieving long-term goals.
📖Word Origin
Combination of the verb 'save' (to keep safe) and the noun 'money' (currency).
📝Usage Notes
Often used in financial planning and budgeting contexts. Can also refer to reducing expenses through smart shopping or lifestyle choices.
Word Breakdown
save
to keep or set aside
verbmoney
currency or funds
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