Translation of Japanese word "保存する" to English
保存する
ほぞんする
[hozonsuru]
IPA: /hōzonsuru/
Meaning
VerbTo prevent harm or difficulty. To help (somebody) to survive, or rescue (somebody or something) from harm.
How to use
保存する (hozon suru) — 'to save / preserve / store'. データを保存する — save data. 保存食 (hozonshoku) preserved food. Fundamental vocabulary item used across formal and informal Japanese speech and writing.
🇬🇧 English
to save / preserve
Pronunciation Guide
Japanese Kanji: 保存する
Phonetic Reading (Hiragana): ほぞんする
Romaji Transcription: hozonsuru
Example Sentences
彼は物を保存することができます。
かれはものをほぞんすることができます。
He can save the object.
彼女は時間を保存することができます。
かのじょはじかんをほぞんすることができます。
She can save time.
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Common phrases
- データを保存する— to save data
Frequency rank: #366 in Japanese
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Japanese word "保存する" mean?▼
The Japanese word "保存する" means "to save / preserve" in English.
How do you pronounce the Japanese word "保存する"?▼
The word "保存する" is read as "ほぞんする" (hozonsuru). You can hear the correct audio pronunciation by clicking the play button next to the word at the top of this page.
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Yes, here is a practical context/example: "彼は物を保存することができます。".
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