save time — be efficient
collocationB1IELTS 5+neutralcommon
to do something in a way that uses less time, so you have more time for other things
Say it like a native
Textbook This approach economises on time considerably.
Native This saves a lot of time.
'Save time' is the plain natural phrase; 'economise on time' is unidiomatic.
Pattern: save time (by) + -ing / save time on + noun
In use
- Using a dishwasher can save time compared to washing dishes by hand.daily life
- In my opinion, shopping online really helps people save time, especially if they have a busy schedule.IELTS speaking
Common mistake
✗ Cooking at home saves a lot of times.
✓ Cooking at home saves a lot of time.
'Time' here is uncountable — no plural 'times'.
Common collocations
save time + means— a lot of time, by planning, and money, in the morning
Don't confuse it
'Spend time' means to use time doing something; 'save time' means to reduce the amount of time needed.