Portuguese Word · Intermediate
poupar
to spare
Pronunciation: /po(w)ˈpa(ʁ)/
Meaning
A word or expression meaning "to spare".
Example
Sem trabalho, não posso poupar dinheiro.
With no work, I can't save any money.
Practice tips
- Practice poupar out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this Portuguese word is for intermediate-level learners.