保存

ほぞん

preservation, conservation

JLPT N3

Character Breakdown

"" means to preserve or store something, often referring to objects, data, or food. It is used when saving files, storing food, or keeping items intact.

Usage

  • Common in technology (saving files) and daily life (food storage).
  • Implies keeping something safe and unchanged over time.

Common Collocations

Contrast

Unlike つ which focuses on maintaining states, emphasizes physical or digital preservation.

Example Sentences

Please save this photo in digital format.

Food needs to be stored in the refrigerator.

Please save important data regularly.