Frequently Asked German Questions

What preposition pairs with 'sparen'?

Home > German Language > What preposition pairs with 'sparen'?

For example, the sentence "Ich spare für meine Reise"

The correct preposition to use with 'sparen' to convey the meaning of 'to save for' is 'für', forming the phrase 'sparen für'. The sentence 'Ich spare für meine Reise' translates to 'I am saving for my trip.' The other prepositions are not used to express the concept of saving for something. Fun Fact: 'Sparen für' requires the accusative case, as it typically involves a direct object – the thing or goal being saved for.

Challenge me!

Related Challenges

Intermediate

Which preposition correctly pairs with the verb "sich freuen" to mean "to be happy about"?

Ich freue mich ____ mein Geburtstagsgeschenk

View Full Challenge
Intermediate

Which preposition correctly pairs with the verb "glauben" to mean "to believe in"?

Viele Kinder glauben ____ den Weihnachtsmann

View Full Challenge
Intermediate

Which preposition correctly pairs with the verb "denken" to mean "to think of"?

Ich denke ____ dich.

View Full Challenge
Intermediate

Which preposition correctly pairs with the verb "warten" to mean "to wait for"?

Ich warte ____ den Bus

View Full Challenge

Track your progress, get daily alerts!

Simply provide your email address to keep track of your answers, and optionally receive daily alerts for new challenges.