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B1 Verb (past tense/past participle) #27 よく出る 12分で読める

spared

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解説 spared in your Level:

At the A1 level, 'spared' is a bit difficult, but you can understand it in simple ways. Think of it like 'not having to do something bad' or 'being lucky.' For example, if all your friends had to do homework but the teacher said you didn't have to, you were 'spared' the homework. It is like a special gift of not having a problem. You might hear it in very simple stories where a small animal is 'spared' by a big animal (the big animal does not eat the small one). At this level, just remember that 'spared' means 'no problem for you today.' It is often used with 'a minute,' like 'Can you spare a minute?' which means 'Do you have one minute to help me?' Even though 'spared' is the past, learning the base word 'spare' helps you understand the idea of having something extra or giving something to others. When you see 'spared,' think 'lucky escape.'

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For A2 learners, 'spared' starts to appear in more common sentences. You will see it when talking about time or small favors. For instance, 'He spared me some change' means he gave me some extra money. In the past tense, 'spared' often describes avoiding a small trouble. 'I was spared the long walk because my dad gave me a ride.' Here, 'spared' means you didn't have to do the walk. It's a very useful word for expressing gratitude. You can also use it to talk about things that didn't break. 'The glass fell, but it was spared' (it didn't break). You should practice using it with 'from.' 'The house was spared from the storm.' This level is about moving from simple 'luck' to 'avoiding a specific bad thing.' You can also start learning the phrase 'spare no expense,' which means spending a lot of money to make something perfect, like a birthday party.

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At the B1 level, you should use 'spared' to describe more complex situations, especially in news or storytelling. It is a key word for discussing survival and mercy. You will often see it in the passive voice: 'The city was spared the worst of the impact.' This means the city was lucky and didn't get hit as hard as other places. You can also use it for social situations, like 'sparing someone's feelings.' This means you don't tell them the mean truth because you want to be kind. For example, 'I spared her feelings and didn't tell her I hated her hat.' This shows a higher level of social understanding. You should also be comfortable with the structure 'spare someone the trouble/agony/embarrassment of something.' It makes your English sound more natural and sophisticated. At B1, you understand that 'spared' implies a choice was made—either by a person or by nature—to not cause harm.

At the B2 level, 'spared' becomes a tool for nuanced writing and formal speaking. You can use it to discuss economic or political topics, such as 'The department was spared from the budget cuts.' This implies a deliberate decision by management. You should also understand the idiomatic uses, like 'spared no effort' or 'spared no expense,' and use them in your essays to show emphasis. B2 learners should distinguish between 'spared' and similar words like 'exempted' or 'pardoned.' You might use 'spared' in a literary analysis to describe a character's fate. For example, 'The protagonist is spared by the antagonist, which creates a debt of honor.' You also recognize the sarcastic tone of 'Spare me the details,' which is common in movies and TV shows. At this level, you can use the word to describe not just physical safety, but also the conservation of resources and the protection of emotional states in professional and personal contexts.

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For C1 learners, 'spared' is used with precision to convey specific shades of meaning. You understand its etymological roots in the idea of 'refraining from' or 'saving.' You can use it in high-level academic or professional discourse to describe systems or individuals that are resilient or protected. For instance, 'Certain sectors of the economy were spared the volatility seen in the tech market.' You also use it in more abstract ways, such as 'sparing a thought for the ethical implications' of a project. This shows you can move beyond literal meanings. Your use of 'spared' in the passive voice is sophisticated, often including complex prepositional phrases: 'The architectural integrity of the building was spared, despite the extensive internal renovations.' You are also aware of the word's presence in classical literature and can interpret its meaning in archaic contexts, such as 'sparing the life' of a fallen foe in a historical narrative.

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At the C2 level, you have a masterly command of 'spared' and all its connotations. You use it effortlessly in creative writing, formal oratory, and complex debate. You might use it to discuss philosophical concepts, like whether any of us are truly 'spared' the burdens of existence. You can manipulate the word's register, moving from the biting sarcasm of a well-placed 'Spare me' to the solemnity of a memorial speech where 'those who were spared' are called to remember those who were not. You understand the subtle difference between 'sparing no expense' (lavishness) and 'sparing no effort' (dedication). Your vocabulary includes related forms like 'unsparing' (meaning harsh or very thorough), and you can use them to add depth to your descriptions: 'His unsparing criticism left no room for doubt, yet he spared the young artist's dignity in public.' At this level, 'spared' is not just a word, but a versatile instrument for expressing mercy, luck, economy, and social grace.

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Spared means being saved from something bad, like a storm or a punishment.
It is the past tense of 'spare' and often shows luck or mercy.
You can 'spare' someone the trouble or 'spare' no expense for a party.
Commonly used in news to describe survivors or areas not damaged by disasters.

The word spared is a versatile English verb, primarily used in its past tense or past participle form, that carries a profound sense of relief, mercy, or conservation. At its core, to be spared means to be exempted from a negative fate, a physical harm, or an emotional burden that others might have suffered or that was expected to occur. It suggests a narrow escape or a conscious decision by an authority, nature, or fate to withhold a punishment or a damaging event. This nuance makes it distinct from simply being 'saved,' as 'spared' often implies that the threat was imminent or that the individual was specifically chosen to be left untouched while others were not. For instance, in the context of a natural disaster, one might say a house was spared by the flames, suggesting the fire moved around it or stopped just short of its walls. This creates a vivid image of protection and survival against the odds.

Exemption from Harm: This is the most common usage, where someone is not subjected to a punishment, injury, or death that was likely. It carries a heavy weight of gratitude and often appears in historical or dramatic contexts.
Avoidance of Unpleasantness: In social contexts, being spared often refers to not having to hear boring details, perform a tedious task, or experience a minor inconvenience. It is a way of saying one was 'let off the hook.'
Resource Allocation: When used regarding time or money, it means that these resources were made available or given up for someone else's benefit, often with the implication that they were precious.

Despite the widespread layoffs at the tech firm, Sarah was spared because of her unique expertise in legacy systems.

Beyond the physical or literal sense of survival, 'spared' is frequently employed in the idiom 'spared no expense.' In this case, it means that no amount of money was considered too much to achieve a goal. It reflects a mindset of total commitment and luxury. Similarly, 'sparing someone's feelings' involves withholding the harsh truth to prevent emotional pain. This demonstrates the word's flexibility in moving from high-stakes life-or-death situations to the delicate nuances of human psychology and social etiquette. When you use 'spared,' you are communicating that a potential negative outcome was bypassed, whether that outcome was a bullet, a bill, or a boring lecture.

The old oak tree was spared by the developers, who decided to build the road around it instead of cutting it down.

He spared me the trouble of explaining the situation by already knowing the facts.

Historical Context: In ancient warfare, to 'spare' a city meant to not pillage or destroy it after a victory. It was an act of political or humanitarian mercy.

The judge spared the young offender a prison sentence, opting for community service instead.

Could you be spared for a few minutes to help me with this heavy box?

Modern Usage: Today, we often use it in professional settings to ask if someone has free time ('Can you be spared from your duties?') or in customer service ('Spare no effort').

Using spared correctly requires understanding its role as a transitive verb, which means it usually takes an object. You spare *someone* or *something* *from* a particular fate. The grammatical structure often follows the pattern: [Subject] + spared + [Object] + [from/the trouble of]. For example, 'The rain spared the picnic' implies the rain did not happen or did not ruin the event. It is also very common in the passive voice: [Subject] + was/were + spared. 'The village was spared' is a classic construction used in news reporting and storytelling to emphasize the outcome rather than the cause of the mercy.

The Double Object Pattern: One of the most useful structures is 'spare someone something.' For example, 'Spare me the details' or 'He spared her the embarrassment.' Here, 'me' and 'her' are the indirect objects, while 'details' and 'embarrassment' are the direct objects.
The 'No Expense' Idiom: When you want to describe a high-budget project, use 'spared no expense.' It always appears in this specific order and emphasizes that cost was not a limiting factor.

The captain spared the crew from the dangerous task of repairing the mast during the gale.

Another common usage involves the concept of availability. If you ask, 'Can you be spared?', you are asking if your presence is so essential that you cannot be released from your current task. This is a polite, slightly formal way to request someone's time. In negative constructions, 'not to be spared' can mean something is absolutely necessary or that no mercy will be shown. For instance, 'No one was spared' is a chilling phrase often used in accounts of war or plagues to indicate total devastation. Understanding these patterns allows you to shift from simple descriptions to complex emotional narratives.

She was spared the agony of waiting for the results when the doctor called her early.

They spared no effort in making the wedding a truly memorable occasion for everyone involved.

Prepositional Usage: While 'spared' can stand alone, it is frequently paired with 'from'. 'Spared from the wreck,' 'spared from the cold,' 'spared from the truth.'

If I had spared a moment to look at the map, I wouldn't have gotten lost in the city center.

The city's historic district was miraculously spared during the heavy bombing of the Second World War.

The word spared resonates across various domains, from the high-stakes language of news reporting to the intimate conversations of daily life. In journalism, particularly when covering natural disasters like hurricanes, wildfires, or earthquakes, 'spared' is a keyword used to describe areas or populations that escaped the brunt of the damage. You will hear news anchors say, 'While the coastal towns were devastated, the inland communities were largely spared.' This usage highlights the arbitrary nature of survival and the relief of those who were not affected. It provides a necessary contrast to the destruction being reported elsewhere.

News and Media: Used to report on survivors of accidents, economic downturns (layoffs), or environmental crises. It frames the story around the concept of a 'lucky escape.'
Literature and Film: In fantasy or historical epics, a character might be 'spared' by a villain or a king, signaling a turning point in the plot or a display of unexpected mercy.
Business and Finance: Commonly heard in the phrase 'spared no expense' regarding luxury launches, or 'spared from the cuts' regarding budget negotiations.

The CEO announced that the research department would be spared from the upcoming 10% budget reduction.

In everyday conversation, 'spared' often takes on a more metaphorical and social tone. You might hear a friend say, 'I'm so glad I was spared that meeting,' referring to a tedious work obligation they managed to avoid. Or, 'He spared me the long version of the story,' which is a polite way of saying someone was concise. In these contexts, the word functions as a synonym for 'saved the trouble of.' It is also frequently used in religious or spiritual contexts, where someone might feel they were 'spared by God' or 'spared by fate' from a car accident or a terminal illness. This adds a layer of existential significance to the word, suggesting a higher power's intervention.

'Spare me the excuses,' the teacher said, having heard every possible reason for late homework before.

Luckily, the antique furniture was spared when the pipe burst in the basement.

Legal and Judicial: In courtrooms, a defendant might be 'spared the maximum penalty' due to mitigating circumstances or a plea deal.

The small island was spared the worst of the hurricane's winds as the storm turned north at the last minute.

He was spared the embarrassment of failing publicly because the results were kept private.

One of the most frequent errors learners make with spared is confusing it with 'saved.' While they are related, 'saved' is a general term for being rescued from danger, whereas 'spared' specifically implies that the danger was avoided altogether or that a punishment was withheld. If you are 'saved' from a fire, you might have been inside and were pulled out. If you were 'spared' by the fire, the fire never reached you. Using 'saved' when you mean 'spared' can lose this subtle nuance of exemption. Another mistake is using 'spared' as an adjective in the wrong context, such as saying 'I have a spared tire' instead of the correct 'spare tire.' 'Spared' is the action that has happened; 'spare' is the state of being extra.

Confusing 'Spared' and 'Spare': 'Spare' (adjective) means extra. 'Spared' (verb) means exempted. You cannot use them interchangeably. Incorrect: 'I was spare the trouble.' Correct: 'I was spared the trouble.'
Incorrect Prepositions: Learners often use 'of' instead of 'from' or vice versa. While 'spared the trouble' (no preposition) is correct, if you use one, it should usually be 'from' (e.g., 'spared from the disaster').

Incorrect: He spared no money for the party. Correct: He spared no expense for the party.

A third common mistake involves the idiom 'spare the rod and spoil the child.' Some learners mistakenly say 'spared the rod,' but the idiom uses the imperative or present form 'spare.' However, in a past tense narrative, you could say, 'He spared the rod,' meaning he chose not to punish the child. Additionally, the phrase 'spare me' is often used sarcastically. Beginners might take it literally as a request for mercy, but in modern slang, it usually means 'I don't believe you' or 'Stop being dramatic.' Misinterpreting this tone can lead to social awkwardness. Finally, ensure you don't confuse 'spared' with 'shared.' They sound somewhat similar but have completely different meanings.

Incorrect: The city was spared to the flood. Correct: The city was spared from the flood.

Incorrect: Can you spared a minute? Correct: Can you spare a minute? (Use the base form after 'can').

Overuse of Passive Voice: While 'was spared' is common, don't forget the active voice. 'The rain spared us' is often more dynamic than 'We were spared by the rain.'

Incorrect: I spared my lunch with him. Correct: I shared my lunch with him.

To truly master spared, it is helpful to compare it with its synonyms and near-synonyms. Each alternative carries a slightly different flavor. For example, 'exempted' is more formal and often used in legal or administrative contexts, such as being 'exempted from taxes.' 'Pardoned' is specifically used for legal forgiveness of a crime. 'Relieved' suggests the removal of a burden that was already present, whereas 'spared' often means the burden never arrived. Understanding these distinctions allows for more precise communication. If you say a student was 'spared' the exam, it sounds like a lucky break; if you say they were 'exempted,' it sounds like they had a valid medical reason.

Spared vs. Saved: 'Saved' implies rescue from an active danger. 'Spared' implies the danger never touched the person. You save a drowning man; you spare a man from the draft.
Spared vs. Pardoned: 'Pardoned' is a formal act of forgiveness for a wrongdoing. 'Spared' can be an act of mercy or just a stroke of luck.
Spared vs. Forgone: 'Forgone' (usually 'forgo') means to voluntarily give something up. 'Spared' means you were allowed to keep something or avoid something.

The governor pardoned the prisoner, but the storm spared the prison building.

In more casual settings, you might use 'let off' or 'skipped.' For example, 'I was let off the hook' is a common idiom that functions similarly to 'I was spared the responsibility.' However, 'spared' maintains a more elegant and sometimes more serious tone. In technical writing, 'omitted' or 'excluded' might be used, but these lack the emotional weight of 'spared.' When you choose 'spared,' you are often invoking a sense of gratitude or highlighting the mercy of the situation. It is a word that bridges the gap between cold facts and human experience.

By using the shortcut, we were spared the heavy traffic on the main highway.

The new law exempted small businesses, effectively sparing them from the new tax burden.

Register and Tone: 'Spared' is neutral to formal. 'Let off' is informal. 'Exempted' is formal/technical. 'Pardoned' is formal/legal.

She avoided the question, but she couldn't be spared the consequences of her actions.

How Formal Is It?

フォーマル

"The committee decided that the historical archives should be spared from the relocation process."

ニュートラル

"We were spared the worst of the rain by leaving early."

カジュアル

"Spare me the drama, okay?"

Child friendly

"The little bug was spared when the boy decided not to step on it."

スラング

"Oh, spare me! That story is so fake."

豆知識

The word 'spare' originally had more to do with saving money and resources than with saving lives, but the meanings merged over centuries.

発音ガイド

UK /speəd/

US /spɛrd/

Single syllable, no primary stress needed.

韻が合う語

shared scared dared cared paired aired flared stared

よくある間違い

Pronouncing it as two syllables (spa-red).
Confusing it with 'sparred' (longer 'a' sound).
Missing the final 'd' sound.
Confusing the vowel with 'speared'.
Over-emphasizing the 'e' in the middle.

難易度

読解 3/5

Common in news and literature, easy to recognize.

ライティング 4/5

Requires understanding of passive voice and double objects.

スピーキング 4/5

Idiomatic uses like 'spare me' require correct tone.

リスニング 3/5

Clear pronunciation but can be confused with 'shared'.

次に学ぶべきこと

前提知識

save extra help trouble money

次に学ぶ

exempt pardon unsparing mercy resource

上級

mitigate forgo relinquish absolution clemency

知っておくべき文法

Passive Voice

The village was spared.

Double Objects

He spared her the news.

Transitive Verbs

The rain spared the crops.

Modal Verbs

Can you be spared?

Zero Preposition

Spare me the trouble (not 'of the trouble').

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レベル別の例文

He spared a minute to help me.

Il a accordé une minute pour m'aider.

Simple past tense.

The cat was spared by the dog.

Le chat a été épargné par le chien.

Passive voice.

I was spared the extra work.

J'ai été épargné par le travail supplémentaire.

Passive voice with direct object.

She spared some bread for the birds.

Elle a gardé du pain pour les oiseaux.

Transitive verb.

The rain spared our garden.

La pluie a épargné notre jardin.

Subject-Verb-Object.

He spared me a smile.

Il m'a gratifié d'un sourire.

Double object.

Was the house spared?

La maison a-t-elle été épargnée ?

Interrogative passive.

They spared the old tree.

Ils ont épargné le vieil arbre.

Simple past.

I was spared the long walk home.

On m'a épargné la longue marche jusqu'à la maison.

Passive voice.

He spared no expense for the cake.

Il n'a pas regardé à la dépense pour le gâteau.

Idiom: spared no expense.

The storm spared the small village.

La tempête a épargné le petit village.

Transitive verb.

Can you be spared for a second?

Peux-tu te libérer une seconde ?

Passive infinitive after 'can'.

She spared him the bad news.

Elle lui a épargné la mauvaise nouvelle.

Double object.

We were spared from the flu.

Nous avons été épargnés par la grippe.

Passive with 'from'.

He spared a thought for his family.

Il a eu une pensée pour sa famille.

Collocation: spare a thought.

The judge spared the young man.

Le juge a épargné le jeune homme.

Simple past.

The historic church was spared during the fire.

L'église historique a été épargnée pendant l'incendie.

Passive voice with time expression.

Spare me the details of your surgery.

Épargne-moi les détails de ton opération.

Imperative (base form, but related to the concept).

He was spared the embarrassment of failing.

Il a été épargné par l'embarras de l'échec.

Passive with abstract noun.

They spared no effort to find the lost dog.

Ils n'ont ménagé aucun effort pour retrouver le chien perdu.

Idiom: spared no effort.

I'm glad I was spared that meeting.

Je suis content d'avoir été épargné par cette réunion.

Passive voice.

The CEO spared the marketing budget.

Le PDG a épargné le budget marketing.

Transitive verb in business context.

She was spared from having to testify.

Elle a été dispensée de devoir témoigner.

Passive with gerund phrase.

He spared a few coins for the beggar.

Il a donné quelques pièces au mendiant.

Transitive verb.

The coastal town was miraculously spared by the tsunami.

La ville côtière a été miraculeusement épargnée par le tsunami.

Passive with adverb.

The host spared no expense in entertaining his guests.

L'hôte n'a pas lésiné sur les moyens pour recevoir ses invités.

Idiom with gerund.

He spared her the pain of knowing the truth.

Il lui a épargné la douleur de connaître la vérité.

Double object with abstract noun.

None of the prisoners were spared.

Aucun des prisonniers n'a été épargné.

Negative passive.

The new law spared small businesses from the tax.

La nouvelle loi a épargné les petites entreprises de la taxe.

Transitive with 'from'.

If you could be spared for an hour, I'd appreciate your help.

Si tu pouvais te libérer une heure, j'apprécierais ton aide.

Conditional passive.

The critics spared no one in their reviews.

Les critiques n'ont épargné personne dans leurs comptes rendus.

Transitive with 'no one'.

He was spared the death penalty due to his age.

Il a été épargné par la peine de mort en raison de son âge.

Passive voice in legal context.

The manuscript was spared from the flames by a quick-thinking librarian.

Le manuscrit a été sauvé des flammes par un bibliothécaire réactif.

Passive with agent.

She spared no words in her condemnation of the policy.

Elle n'a pas mâché ses mots dans sa condamnation de la politique.

Idiomatic usage.

The rural areas were largely spared the economic devastation.

Les zones rurales ont été largement épargnées par la dévastation économique.

Passive with adverbial modifier.

He spared a thought for the victims of the tragedy.

Il a eu une pensée pour les victimes de la tragédie.

Formal collocation.

The architect spared no detail in the restoration.

L'architecte n'a négligé aucun détail dans la restauration.

Transitive with 'no detail'.

I would have spared you the trouble if I had known.

Je vous aurais épargné le dérangement si j'avais su.

Third conditional with double object.

The city's heritage was spared by the invading army.

Le patrimoine de la ville a été épargné par l'armée envahissante.

Passive voice.

He was spared the indignity of a public trial.

On lui a épargné l'indignité d'un procès public.

Passive with abstract noun.

The poet's reputation was spared the ravages of time.

La réputation du poète a été épargnée par les ravages du temps.

Metaphorical passive.

They spared no expense to ensure the summit's success.

Ils n'ont ménagé aucun frais pour assurer le succès du sommet.

Idiom in formal context.

He was unsparing in his praise, yet spared her the truth about her performance.

Il ne tarissait pas d'éloges, mais lui a épargné la vérité sur sa prestation.

Contrast between 'unsparing' and 'spared'.

The ecosystem was spared the catastrophic effects of the spill.

L'écosystème a été épargné par les effets catastrophiques de la marée noire.

Scientific/Formal passive.

Spare me your sanctimonious lectures.

Épargne-moi tes leçons de morale hypocrites.

Imperative with sophisticated adjective.

The monarch spared the rebel leader, hoping for future loyalty.

Le monarque a épargné le chef rebelle, espérant une loyauté future.

Transitive with political nuance.

I wish I could have been spared the sight of such misery.

J'aurais aimé qu'on m'épargne la vue d'une telle misère.

Perfect passive infinitive.

The logic of the argument was spared no scrutiny.

La logique de l'argument n'a été épargnée par aucun examen.

Negative passive with abstract subject.

よく使う組み合わせ

spared no expense

spared no effort

miraculously spared

largely spared

spared the trouble

spared the embarrassment

spared the details

spared from the cuts

spared a thought

spared the rod

よく使うフレーズ

Spare me

— A sarcastic way to say you don't want to hear more.

Spare me your excuses!

Can you be spared?

— Asking if someone is free to help.

Can you be spared from the kitchen for a moment?

Spare a minute

— Asking for a very short amount of time.

Could you spare a minute to sign this?

Spare a thought for

— Think about someone in a difficult situation.

Spare a thought for those working on Christmas.

To be spared the worst

— To avoid the most damaging part of something.

We were spared the worst of the storm.

No one was spared

— Everyone was affected or harmed.

No one was spared during the plague.

Spared by fate

— Saved by luck or destiny.

He felt he was spared by fate that day.

Spared the agony

— Avoided a very painful experience.

She was spared the agony of a long illness.

Spare change

— Extra coins given to someone in need.

He asked if I had any spare change.

Spare no one

— To be very harsh or thorough with everyone.

The critic spared no one in the cast.

よく混同される語

spared vs saved

Saved means rescued; spared means the harm never happened.

spared vs shared

Shared means divided; spared means exempted.

spared vs sparred

Sparred means practiced boxing; spared means saved from harm.

慣用句と表現

"Spare the rod and spoil the child"

— If you don't punish a child, they will become bad.

My grandmother believed in 'spare the rod and spoil the child.'

old-fashioned

"Spare no expense"

— Spend as much money as necessary.

They spared no expense on the renovation.

neutral

"Spare no effort"

— Work as hard as possible.

The team spared no effort to win the championship.

neutral

"Spare a thought for"

— To think about someone who is less fortunate.

Spare a thought for the people in the flooded areas.

neutral

"Spare me"

— Used to express disbelief or annoyance.

Oh, spare me! I know you're lying.

informal

"In one's spare time"

— When one is not working.

He paints in his spare time.

neutral

"Go spare"

— To become very angry or upset.

My boss will go spare if he sees this mess.

informal (UK)

"To have to spare"

— To have more than enough of something.

We have food to spare, so please stay for dinner.

neutral

"Spare tire"

— Fat around the waist.

He's developed a bit of a spare tire since he stopped running.

informal

"Spare parts"

— Extra pieces for a machine.

The car is old, so spare parts are hard to find.

neutral

間違えやすい

spared vs spare

It is the base form and an adjective.

'Spare' is extra; 'spared' is the action of being saved.

I have a spare tire; I was spared the accident.

spared vs speared

Sounds similar.

'Speared' means pierced with a sharp object.

The fish was speared.

spared vs spread

Visual similarity.

'Spread' means to cover an area.

The fire spread quickly.

spared vs spared

Spelling with 'sparred'.

'Sparred' has two 'r's and relates to boxing.

They sparred in the gym.

spared vs scared

Rhyming and visual similarity.

'Scared' means afraid.

I was scared of the dog.

文型パターン

Subject + spared + Object

He spared a dollar.

Subject + was spared + from + Noun

I was spared from the rain.

Subject + spared + Indirect Object + Direct Object

She spared him the trouble.

Subject + spared + no + Noun

They spared no expense.

Adverb + spared + Noun

Miraculously spared the city.

Passive + by + Agent

The town was spared by the shifting winds.

Can + Subject + be spared?

Can you be spared for a moment?

Subject + was spared + the + Abstract Noun

He was spared the embarrassment.

語族

名詞

動詞

形容詞

使い方

frequency

Common in journalism, literature, and specific idioms.

よくある間違い

I was spare the trouble. → I was spared the trouble.
You must use the past participle 'spared' in passive constructions.
He spared his lunch with me. → He shared his lunch with me.
Spared means exempted; shared means divided.
The city was spared to the fire. → The city was spared from the fire.
The correct preposition is 'from'.
Can you spared a minute? → Can you spare a minute?
After 'can,' use the base form of the verb.
He was sparred from the accident. → He was spared from the accident.
Sparred (two 'r's) is about boxing. Spared (one 'r') is about safety.

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Passive Usage

Always remember that 'was spared' is very common. Use it when the 'who' is not important, but the 'result' is.

Double Objects

Practice the 'spare someone something' pattern. It's a hallmark of advanced English.

Polite Requests

Use 'Can you be spared?' instead of 'Are you busy?' to sound more professional.

Expense vs Effort

Use 'spared no expense' for money and 'spared no effort' for hard work.

News Reports

Look for this word in headlines about disasters to see it in action.

Avoid Repetition

Instead of saying 'The storm didn't hit the house,' say 'The house was spared by the storm.'

Tone Matters

Be careful with 'Spare me.' If said too harshly, it can be very rude.

Visual Aid

Visualize a shield. Anything behind the shield is being 'spared' from the arrows.

Literary Nuance

In books, 'spared' often implies a moral debt. If a hero is spared by a villain, expect a plot twist.

Spare vs Spared

Don't say 'I have a spared tire.' Use 'spare' for the object and 'spared' for the action.

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記憶術

Think of a 'Spare' tire. It is 'spared' from being used until there is an emergency. It is 'saved' for later.

視覚的連想

Imagine a giant hand shielding a small house from a storm. The house is being 'spared.'

Word Web

mercy extra saved avoided time money luck safety

チャレンジ

Write three sentences: one about a storm, one about money, and one about a secret, all using the word 'spared'.

語源

Derived from the Old English 'sparian,' which means to refrain from harming, to preserve, or to use economically. It is related to the German 'sparen.'

元の意味： To keep something safe or to hold back from using or hurting.

Germanic

文化的な背景

Be careful when using 'spared' in tragic contexts; it can imply that those who weren't spared were less worthy, which is sensitive.

Commonly used in news reports about natural disasters and in historical documentaries.

Jurassic Park ('Spared no expense!') The Bible (various instances of being spared from wrath) Historical accounts of the Blitz in London.

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実際の使用場面

Natural Disasters

spared the brunt
miraculously spared
spared from destruction
largely spared

Business/Finance

spared from cuts
spared no expense
spared the layoffs
spared the impact

Social/Personal

spare me the details
spare a thought
spared the embarrassment
spared the trouble

Legal/Justice

spared the sentence
spared the penalty
spared the trial
spared from prosecution

Time/Resources

can you be spared
spared a minute
spared some change
spared the effort

会話のきっかけ

"Have you ever been spared from a really boring event at the last minute?"

"If you were building your dream house, would you spare no expense on anything?"

"When was the last time someone spared you a lot of trouble?"

"Do you think people should spare a thought for others more often?"

"Has a storm ever spared your neighborhood while hitting others nearby?"

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Describe a time you were spared from a difficult situation. How did it feel?

Write about a project where you would spare no effort to make it perfect.

If you could be spared from one daily chore forever, which one would it be and why?

Reflect on a moment you spared someone's feelings. Was it the right thing to do?

How does the concept of being 'spared' change your perspective on luck and fate?

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'Saved' usually means you were in danger and someone got you out. 'Spared' means the danger missed you or was not allowed to touch you. For example, if you are in a car crash and survive, you were saved. If you missed the car crash by five minutes, you were spared.

No, that is incorrect. You should say 'I shared my food with him.' 'Spared' means to exempt from harm or to give something extra, but 'shared' is the correct word for dividing something.

It means to spend as much money as needed to make something high quality. It is often used for weddings, parties, or expensive projects.

It is neutral. It can be used in formal news reports or informal conversations like 'Spare me the details.'

Use 'was' or 'were' before 'spared.' For example: 'The village was spared.' This is the most common way to use the word.

Yes. 'Can you be spared?' means 'Do you have free time to help?' or 'Can you leave your work for a moment?'

It means to think about someone, usually someone who is having a hard time, and feel sympathy for them.

'Exempted' is more formal and usually refers to rules or taxes. 'Spared' is more general and can refer to luck, mercy, or physical harm.

Words like 'afflicted,' 'harmed,' or 'hit' are opposites. If you weren't spared by the storm, you were hit by the storm.

No, 'spare' is the adjective (e.g., a spare room). 'Spared' is the past participle used in passive constructions or as a verb.

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