蓄え (たくわえ) Japanese meaning | KotomoraMeanings
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noun
savings; reserves; stockpile
Refers to something stored up for future use, especially money, food, or resources. Often used in contexts of financial savings or emergency supplies.
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We increased our food stockpile in case of emergency.
amass, raise, hoard
Similar words
- 貯金
貯金 specifically refers to money saved in a bank or postal account, while 蓄え is a broader term for any kind of stored reserves.
- 備蓄
備蓄 emphasizes stockpiling for emergencies or future shortages, often used for supplies like food or fuel, whereas 蓄え is more general.
Etymology
Derived from the verb 蓄える (たくわえる), meaning 'to store up' or 'to save'. The noun form 蓄え refers to the result of that action.
