English–German

“savings” in German

German

AlsoRücklage

Pronunciation

IPA/ʁeˈzɛɐ̯və/

Example

Er hat eine Reserve auf dem Konto.

He has savings in his account.

Illustration for Reserve (savings)

How to say “savings” in German

“Savings” in German is Reserve.

A hidden safety margin that can be brought into use when the main supply or solution runs short.

Full entry for Reserve: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with Reserve

Ich lege eine Reserve für unerwartete Ausgaben an.

I am building up savings for unexpected expenses.

Tips for using Reserve

  • In German, eine Reserve can refer to a substitute person or team as well as to money or objects, so context identifies the type of backup.

Other German words for “savings”

Wir legen jeden Monat Rücklagen für den Urlaub an.

We put money aside for our vacation every month.

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