How to Pronounce "cheapskates"
word
ˈtʃipˌskeɪt
CHEEP-skayt
tʃˈiːpskeɪts
CHEEP-skayts
Definition
Cheapskates are people who are very unwilling to spend money, often even on things most people see as reasonable expenses.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈtʃipˌskeɪt
British English
tʃˈiːpskeɪts
Simplified Pronunciation
US
CHEEP-skayt
UK
CHEEP-skayts
Listen in Context
My friends are cheapskates and never want to go out to eat.
Only cheapskates refuse to tip the waiter at all.
We called them cheapskates because they brought their own snacks to the party.
Come on, don’t be cheapskates—let’s split the bill evenly.