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Move to the 'ay' vowel sound; your mouth should be open wide and then close to a narrow position, similar to 'say'.
End with a 'v' sound by gently pressing the top teeth to the bottom lip.
s-ey-ve
say-fe
saa-ve
Same as American
Same as American
Same as American
Same as American
Same as American
Same as American
Yes, 'save' has only one syllable.
As a one-syllable word, it's evenly stressed.
Press your top teeth lightly to your bottom lip and vibrate.
To keep something for future use or to stop it from being wasted or lost.
/seɪf/
Not in danger.
/ˈseɪvər/
A person who saves money.
/ˈseɪvjər/
Someone who saves or rescues.
The vowel sounds similar, but 'safe' ends with an 'f' sound.
Add an '-er' sound at the end for 'saver'.
The 'savior' ends with a 'yer' sound, different stress.
Make sure your top teeth are touching your bottom lip for a clear 'v'.
Compare 'save' with 'safe' to improve clarity.
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