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retten
German → American English
American English
save
Jemanden oder etwas vor Gefahr, Schaden oder Verlust bewahren; befreien.
Die Feuerwehr konnte das Kind retten.Retten is used for saving people, animals, or something valuable from danger or loss. In everyday German, retten often means “rescue” or “save”; for data or files, Germans also say sichern rather than retten.
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Frequently asked questions
What does retten mean in English?
It usually means “to save” or “to rescue,” depending on the context.
Is retten used for people only?
No. It can be used for people, animals, lives, objects, and even abstract things like a situation or a reputation.
What is the difference between retten and speichern?
Retten means “save” in the sense of rescuing or preserving from danger. Speichern means “save” in the sense of storing data or files.
Is retten a separable verb?
No, retten is not separable.