Save it Meaning in English
expression
ˈseɪv/ /ˈɪt/, /ɪt
SAYV-it
sˈeɪv/ /ˈɪt
SAYV-it
Definition
A phrase used to tell someone not to say something or not to continue talking, especially when you don't want to listen to their excuse, argument, or story.
Usage & Nuances
Informal and sometimes rude—used to stop someone from speaking, often when annoyed or uninterested. Common with excuses, complaints, or justifications: 'save it, I’ve heard enough.' Not used for actual saving or storing objects.
Spanish: ¡Guárdalo! - Mejor no digas esoPortuguese (BR): Guarda isso! - Não precisa falarPortuguese (PT): Guarda isso! - Não digas issoChinese (Simplified): 省省吧 - 别说了Chinese (Traditional): 省省吧 - 別說了Hindi: यही रहने दो - रहने दोArabic: احتفظ به - لا داعي للكلامBengali: থামো - আর বলা লাগবে নাRussian: хватит - не говориJapanese: もういい - 言わなくていいVietnamese: thôi đi - khỏi nóiKorean: 그만해 - 듣고 싶지 않아Turkish: boşuna söyleme - kesUrdu: بس کرو - کچھ مت کہوIndonesian: sudahi saja - simpan saja (bicara)
Example Sentences
Save it. I don't want to hear your excuses.
basic
If you're going to complain, just save it.
basic
He started to explain, but she told him to save it.
basic
Alright, save it. I already know what you're going to say.
natural
You think that's an excuse? Save it.
natural
If you didn't mean it, just save it—I'm not interested.
natural