spare
Pronunciation: [spɛr]
Context: "personal belongings"
(adjective) when you have something extra that you don't really need. If you have a spare toy, it means you have one that you aren't using right now.
Example
I keep a spare key under the flower pot just in case I lose my main one.
Example
I don't have a spare shirt, so I'll have to wash this one tonight.
Example
Do you have a spare pencil I can borrow?
Context: "personal possessions"
(verb) to set aside something extra for future use. It means you save or keep something for when you might need it later.
Example
I like to spare a little money each week for my vacation.
Example
He didn't spare any time to help his friends even when they needed it.
Example
Can you spare some of your snacks with your brother?
Context: "personal actions"
(verb) to not hurt or punish someone, to show kindness or mercy. It means you decide to let someone go free or give them a break.
Example
She chose to spare her friend the embarrassment by not telling anyone.
Example
He didn’t spare my feelings when he told me the truth.
Example
Will you spare me from doing chores today?
Context: "personal items"
(noun) an extra item that is kept for use when needed. Like a backup, it is something that you can use if the first one is lost or broken.
Example
I have a spare in my backpack just in case.
Example
There's no spare for this game, so we can't play anymore if someone loses theirs.
Example
Do you have a spare I can use for the project?