How to Pronounce "cheap out"
expression
ˈtʃip/ /ˈaʊt
CHEEP-owt
tʃˈiːp/ /ˈaʊt
CHEEP-owt
Definition
To avoid spending money, especially in a way that is selfish or results in lower quality. Often means choosing the cheapest option even when it is not the best.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈtʃip/ /ˈaʊt
British English
tʃˈiːp/ /ˈaʊt
Simplified Pronunciation
US
CHEEP-owt
UK
CHEEP-owt
Listen in Context
Don't cheap out on your shoes or your feet will hurt.
He cheaped out and bought the cheapest laptop he could find.
Many people cheap out on gifts during holidays.
We shouldn't cheap out when it comes to safety equipment.