to save
verb/ɐfuˈrar/medium
a·for·rar
Definition
To put money aside, to economize; to save for future use.
She managed to save a significant amount last year.
It's wise to save a portion of your salary every month.
Common collocations
to save moneyto save for retirementto save on expenses
Idiomatic expressions
- to save for a rainy day
Etymology
Do espanhol 'ahorrar', por sua vez do árabe 'hurr' (livre).