ein|sparen
Translation
to save, to conserve, to cut back on
Examples
Wir müssen Energie einsparen.
We have to save energy.
Die Firma sparte viele Kosten ein.
The company cut 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.
((on sth.)) 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.