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VocabJLPT N4

to rescue (someone)

Godan VerbTransitive Verb

Definitions

1. to rescue (someone)
2. to save
3. to save (spiritually)

This verb means "to save" or "to rescue" someone from danger, difficulty, or suffering. It is used in situations where someone is helped out of a crisis, such as saving a life or helping someone in serious trouble.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

How am I supposed to help him?

Sentence 2

"Rest now — that's what will save you," the doctor said.

Sentence 3

He kept saying "I can't do this," but ended up saving someone anyway.

Sentence 4

If he hadn't come, I couldn't have saved anyone.

Sentence 5

If only I'd had more time, I could have saved so many more people!