Chinese
jiéyuē
Meaning: to economize; to save; to conserve
Part of Speech: Verb

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Example sentences

我們必須節約用水,以應對乾旱。
我们必须节约用水,以应对干旱。
We must save water to deal with the drought.
資源是有限的,我們必須節約使用。
Resources are limited; we must use them sparingly.
政府呼籲大眾節約用水,以應對旱災。
The government appeals to the public to save water to deal with the drought.
牆上貼著「節約用水」的標語。
A 'Save Water' slogan is pasted on the wall.
勤儉節約是中華民族的優良風尚。
Diligence and thrift are fine social customs of the Chinese nation.

Usage Notes

Used for resources like money, time, water, or energy.

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