How to Pronounce "tightwad"
word
ˈtaɪtˌwɑd
TYT-wahd
tˈaɪtwɒd
TYT-wod
Definition
A tightwad is a person who hates to spend money and is extremely careful or stingy with their money. It is usually used in a negative or joking way.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈtaɪtˌwɑd
British English
tˈaɪtwɒd
Simplified Pronunciation
US
TYT-wahd
UK
TYT-wod
Listen in Context
My uncle is a real tightwad.
Don't be such a tightwad; let's go out for dinner.
Everyone knows he's a tightwad with his money.
You'd think a millionaire wouldn't be such a tightwad.