General "save" as in "save money":
* ahorrar: This is the most common and general word for "save".
* Example: "Estoy ahorrando para comprar un coche nuevo." (I am saving to buy a new car.)
"Save" in the sense of "rescue":
* salvar: This is used when referring to rescuing someone or something from danger.
* Example: "Los bomberos salvaron a la familia del incendio." (The firefighters rescued the family from the fire.)
"Save" in the sense of "store" (like a file on a computer):
* guardar: This is used for storing or saving something, especially digitally.
* Example: "Guarde este archivo en su escritorio." (Save this file on your desktop.)
"Save" as in "save time":
* ahorrar: This is also used for saving time or effort.
* Example: "Tomar el autobús ahorra tiempo." (Taking the bus saves time.)
"Save" as in "save a place":
* reservar: This is used to reserve a place, such as a table at a restaurant or a hotel room.
* Example: "Reservé una mesa para dos en el restaurante." (I reserved a table for two at the restaurant.)
Other possible words for "save"
* conservar: This means to preserve or keep something in good condition.
* guardar: This can also mean to keep something safe or hidden.
* preservar: This is used for keeping something from deteriorating.
Choosing the right word depends on the specific context.