How to Pronounce "scrimped"
word
ˈskɹɪmp
SKRIMPT
skɹˈɪmpt
SKRIMPT
Definition
To spend as little money as possible, often by cutting back on basic needs or small comforts, usually in order to save money or buy something important.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈskɹɪmp
British English
skɹˈɪmpt
Simplified Pronunciation
US
SKRIMPT
UK
SKRIMPT
Listen in Context
They scrimped for years to buy their first house.
My parents scrimped so I could go to college.
We scrimped on eating out to save money.
She scrimped and saved every penny for her dream vacation.