Risparmia

Risparmia is the Italian verb form that can function as both the third‑person singular present indicative of risparmiare and as the second‑person singular imperative. Risparmiare means to save or to spare, with uses that include saving money, conserving time, or economizing resources.

The noun risparmio denotes the act or result of saving, such as money set aside or resources conserved. The verb is widely used in everyday language and in financial, personal, and household contexts, for example in discussions about budgets, expenses, or time management.

Conjugation notes: risparmiare is a regular -are verb. Present indicative forms include io risparmio, tu risparmi, lui/lei risparmia, noi risparmiamo, voi risparmiate, loro risparmiano. Imperative forms include tu risparmia, Lei risparmi, noi risparmiamo, voi risparmiate, Loro risparmino. The form risparmia appears in both present tense and imperative; context clarifies the meaning.

Examples: Risparmia ogni mese per formare un fondo di emergenza. Lui risparmia tempo ottimizzando i suoi processi. Risparmia! (as a direct command to someone to save or conserve).

Etymology and related terms: The verb derives from the noun risparmio, and is related to expressions about economizing or setting resources aside. Related terms include risparmiatore (saver), risparmiato (saved), and phrases such as risparmiare sui costi or risparmiare energia.