Meaning of "economized" in English

The word "economized" is the past tense of "economize," which means to reduce expenses or save resources by using them efficiently. It involves making deliberate choices to cut costs, limit waste, and make the most of available resources. Economizing is often done to save money for future needs or to avoid financial hardship. It can also refer to the broader practice of living frugally in order to achieve financial stability and sustainability.

Meaning of "économisé" in French

In French, "économisé" is the past participle of "économiser," which means to save or conserve resources, particularly money. The term is used to express the act of reducing expenditures or making calculated efforts to avoid waste. To "économiser" often involves planning and careful decision-making to ensure that resources are used in a more efficient manner, thus allowing for savings or better allocation in the future.

Pronunciation of "economized" in English

Phonetic Transcription: /ɪˈkɒn.ə.maɪzd/

Pronunciation Variations: The pronunciation of "economized" might vary slightly based on regional accents. In American English, it might be pronounced more like /ɪˈkɑː.nə.maɪzd/, with a broader "a" sound in the second syllable.

Pronunciation of "économisé" in French

Phonetic Transcription: /e.kɔ.nɔ.mi.ze/

Pronunciation Variations: The pronunciation is generally consistent across French-speaking regions, though slight variations may occur with local accents, particularly in Canada or African French-speaking regions. In these areas, the emphasis might slightly change but remains fairly standard.

Sentence examples in English and translation to French

  1. She economized on groceries this month by planning meals.
    (Elle a économisé sur les courses ce mois-ci en planifiant les repas.)

  2. The company economized by reducing travel expenses.
    (L'entreprise a économisé en réduisant les frais de voyage.)

  3. He economized energy by switching off unnecessary lights.
    (Il a économisé de l'énergie en éteignant les lumières inutiles.)

  4. They economized water by collecting rainwater for their garden.
    (Ils ont économisé de l'eau en récupérant l'eau de pluie pour leur jardin.)

  5. We economized on fuel by carpooling to work.
    (Nous avons économisé sur le carburant en covoiturant pour aller au travail.)

  6. The project economized on costs by sourcing local materials.
    (Le projet a économisé sur les coûts en utilisant des matériaux locaux.)

  7. She managed to economize enough money for a vacation.
    (Elle a réussi à économiser assez d'argent pour des vacances.)

  8. They economized on heating bills by insulating their home.
    (Ils ont économisé sur les factures de chauffage en isolant leur maison.)

  9. We should economize more to prepare for unforeseen expenses.
    (Nous devrions économiser davantage pour préparer les dépenses imprévues.)

  10. He economized on his personal expenses to save for college.
    (Il a économisé sur ses dépenses personnelles pour économiser pour l'université.)

Synonyms, antonyms, and similar words for "economized" in English

Synonyms: saved, conserved, reduced, cut, managed, minimized, trimmed, scaled down, frugal, budgeted.

Antonyms: spent, wasted, squandered, expended, dissipated, used up, consumed, lavished, frittered, depleted.

Similar Words: thrifted, economized, budgeted, minimized, conserved.

Synonyms, antonyms, and similar words for "économisé" in French

Synonyms: sauvegardé, épargné, réduit, conservé, géré, minimisé, diminué, restreint, budgétisé, accumulé.

Antonyms: dépensé, gaspillé, dilapidé, épuisé, consommé, utilisé, prodigué, dissipé, englouti, perdu.

Similar Words: rationalisé, frugalisé, planifié, budgétisé, préservé.

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