Meaning of Rescue
In simple words: To save someone from danger or trouble.
Rescue in a sentence
- The firefighters were able to rescue the cat stuck in the tree.
- He made a daring move to rescue his friend from the icy waters.
- The crew worked all night to rescue the stranded hikers.
- They decided to rescue the endangered species from extinction.
- In the movie, the hero's main goal was to rescue the kidnapped princess.
How to use Rescue
Use 'rescue' in both formal and informal contexts. It is appropriate when discussing emergencies or life-saving situations. Avoid using it casually where the seriousness is minimized.
Grammar pattern
rescue + object
Memory hint
Imagine a superhero rescuing a cat from a tree to remember 'rescue'.
Related words
Collocations with Rescue
- rescue operation
- rescue mission
- rescue team
- life rescue
- rescue effort
Common mistakes with Rescue
- Confusing 'rescue' with 'recuse', which means to remove oneself from a situation.
- Using 'rescue' without a clear object, e.g., 'he rescued' instead of 'he rescued the cat.'
- Overusing 'rescue' in non-serious contexts, like rescuing a sandwich.
Rescue appears in
Rescue in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
إنقاذ
إنقاذ شخص من خطر أو مشكلة.
- Bengaliবাংলা
উদ্ধার
কাউকে বিপদ বা সমস্যা থেকে বাঁচানো।
- GermanDeutsch
Rettung
Jemanden aus Gefahr oder Schwierigkeiten retten.
- SpanishEspañol
Rescate
Salvar a alguien del peligro o problemas.
- Persianفارسی
نجات دادن
کسی را از خطر یا مشکل نجات دادن.
- FrenchFrançais
Sauvetage, Secours
Sauver quelqu'un du danger ou d'un problème.
- Hindiहिन्दी
बचाना
किसी को खतरे या मुसीबत से बचाना।
- ItalianItaliano
Salvataggio
Salvare qualcuno da un pericolo o da un guaio.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Resgatar
Salvar alguém de perigo ou problema.
- RussianРусский
Спасение
Спасти кого-то от опасности или неприятностей.
- Urduاردو
بچانا، چھڑانا
کسی کو خطرے یا مشکل سے بچانا۔
- Chinese中文
救援
从危险或麻烦中拯救某人。
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Frequently asked questions about Rescue
What does Rescue mean?
To save someone from danger or trouble.
What is the definition of Rescue?
to save somebody/something from a dangerous or harmful situation
How do you use Rescue in a sentence?
The firefighters were able to rescue the cat stuck in the tree.
Can you give another example of Rescue?
He made a daring move to rescue his friend from the icy waters.
What are synonyms for Rescue?
Common alternatives include save, liberate, retrieve, deliver, free.
What is the opposite of Rescue?
Opposite meanings include abandon, neglect.
What words go with Rescue?
It commonly pairs with rescue operation, rescue mission, rescue team, life rescue, rescue effort.
What are common mistakes when using Rescue?
Confusing 'rescue' with 'recuse', which means to remove oneself from a situation. Using 'rescue' without a clear object, e.g., 'he rescued' instead of 'he rescued the cat.' Overusing 'rescue' in non-serious contexts, like rescuing a sandwich.
How do you pronounce Rescue?
US: /["/ˈreskjuː/","/ˈreskjuːz/","/ˈreskjuːd/","/ˈreskjuːɪŋ/"]/, UK: /["/ˈreskjuː/","/ˈreskjuːz/","/ˈreskjuːd/","/ˈreskjuːɪŋ/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Rescue?
Use 'rescue' in both formal and informal contexts. It is appropriate when discussing emergencies or life-saving situations. Avoid using it casually where the seriousness is minimized.
What CEFR level is Rescue?
"Rescue" is at B2 level on the CEFR scale.





