ein|sparen
Translation
to save, to economize, to cut back on
Examples
Wir müssen Energie einsparen.
We have to save energy.
Die Firma sparte viele Kosten ein.
The company saved a lot of costs.
Man kann Zeit einsparen, wenn man plant.
You can save time if you plan.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) to save sth. We have to save electricity.
((an+3)) to cut back on sth. The company is cutting back on travel expenses.
Similar Words
Synonyms: sparen, reduzieren; Antonyms: ausgeben (to spend), verschwenden (to waste)
Etymology
From 'ein-' (in) and 'sparen' (to save). Think of 'saving' something by putting it 'in' a safe place.
Memory Tips
Imagine putting money 'in' ('ein-') your piggy bank to 'save' ('sparen') it.