Grammar fix
save time
be efficient
to do something in a way that uses less time, so you have more time for other things
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Hear it in context
Notice where the phrase sounds natural.
- 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
Fix the pattern
Pattern: save time (by) + -ing / save time on + noun
WrongCooking at home saves a lot of times.
RightCooking at home saves a lot of time.
'Time' here is uncountable — no plural 'times'.
Patternsave time (by) + -ing / save time on + noun
Use it right
Choose the version that sounds natural in speech.
'Save time' is the plain natural phrase; 'economise on time' is unidiomatic.
Build natural chunks
Words that usually travel with it.
save time + meansa lot of timeby planningand moneyin the morning
Don't confuse it
'Spend time' means to use time doing something; 'save time' means to reduce the amount of time needed.