How to Pronounce Scrimp

To pronounce "scrimp", say SCRIMP — one syllable, IPA /skɹɪmp/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllable

6

Letters

/skɹɪmp/

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💡 Tip for remembering “scrimp”

"scrimp" is a single-syllable word — say it in one clean beat. It rhymes with limp and crimp, if that helps it stick.

What does scrimp mean?

noun

  1. A pinching miser; a niggard.

verb

  1. To make too small or short.

    “To scrimp the pattern of a coat.”

  2. To limit or straiten; to put on short allowance.

adjective

  1. Short; scanty; curtailed.

Synonyms

contractscantshorten

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Words that rhyme with scrimp

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

limpcrimpwimpprimppimpblimpchimpshrimpskimpslimp

Related words

skimpstintniggardpinch-gutscrimpersnudgescrape-goodchurl

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "scrimp"?▾

"Scrimp" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "scrimp"?▾

The IPA transcription of "scrimp" is /skɹɪmp/.

What does "scrimp" mean?▾

Scrimp: A pinching miser; a niggard.

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