How to Pronounce Scrimps

To pronounce "scrimps", say SCRIMPS — one syllable. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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SCRIMPS

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💡 Tip for remembering “scrimps”

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

What does scrimps 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.

Synonyms

contractscantshorten

Words that rhyme with scrimps

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

bumpsdumpsjumpsnumpsmumpspumpsstumpstrumpsclumpslumpsthumpsrumps

Related words

skimpstintekesskimpedlavisheseatsunderpaysdotes

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "scrimps"?▾

"Scrimps" has one syllable.

What does "scrimps" mean?▾

Scrimps: A pinching miser; a niggard.

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