Definitions
- Used to indicate exclusion or omission of something or someone from a group or category. - Used to introduce a statement that contrasts with or contradicts a previous statement. - Used to express the idea of 'if not for' or 'were it not for'.
- Used to indicate that something or someone is being kept safe or protected. - Used to indicate an exception to a general statement. - Used to mean 'except for' or 'but'.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words are used to indicate exceptions or exclusions.
- 2Both can be used as prepositions.
- 3Both can be used to introduce contrasting or contradictory statements.
What is the difference?
- 1Meaning: Except is used to indicate exclusion or omission, while save is used to indicate protection or exception.
- 2Usage: Except is more commonly used as a conjunction, while save is more commonly used as a preposition.
- 3Connotation: Except has a neutral connotation, while save can have a positive connotation implying protection or preservation.
- 4Formality: Except is more formal than save, which is often used in everyday language.
- 5Variety: Except has a wider range of uses and meanings than save.
Remember this!
While both except and save are used to indicate exceptions or exclusions, they have different meanings and connotations. Except is more neutral and formal, indicating exclusion or omission, while save implies protection or exception and is more informal. Except is also more versatile and can be used in a wider range of contexts.
