Saving
English Language: KS3, topic 4.1.1
Serv - Save
Words containing 'serv' generally express the idea of saving.
Preserve
- To preserve is to keep or try to keep something in its present state.
- Example: Ollie tried to preserve the cake by storing it in a cake tin.
- Alternative: Ollie tried to keep the cake fresh by storing it in a cake tin.
Conserve
- To conserve means to save and protect something.
- Example: Rosie didn't go to the party to conserve her energy for the running race.
- Alternative: Rosie didn't go to the party to save her energy for the running race.
Reserve
- To reserve is to save something for a set purpose.
- Example: Ross called the restaurant to reserve a table for his date.
- Alternative: Ross called the restaurant to save a table for his date.
Test yourself on Saving
What do words containing the root 'serv' generally relate to?