To spare Meaning in English
expression
التعريف
Used to describe extra time, money, or resources that are not needed and can be used for other things. Often used in phrases like 'time to spare' or 'money to spare'.
الاستخدام والفروق الدقيقة
Common in informal and semi-formal spoken English. Usually appears after a measurement, e.g., 'five minutes to spare'. Often used in questions or negative statements ('I don't have any to spare'). Not the same as 'to save' (guardar).
جمل نموذجية
We still have ten minutes to spare before the meeting starts.
basic
If you have any money to spare, please donate.
basic
I finished my homework with time to spare.
basic
Do you have a pen to spare? I forgot mine.
natural
She always has energy to spare, even after a long day.
natural
He looked for a seat but there were none to spare in the crowded room.
natural