How to Pronounce Thrifty

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

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Letters

/ˈθɹɪfti/

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💡 Tip for remembering “thrifty”

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

What does thrifty mean?

adjective

  1. Evincing thrift; characterized by economy and good management of property; frugal.
  2. Thriving by industry and frugality; prosperous in the acquisition of worldly goods; increasing in wealth

    “a thrifty person”

Antonyms

spendthrift

Words that rhyme with thrifty

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

niftyshiftyfiftyfiftee

Related words

sparingeconomicalfrugalpenny-wisestintingsavingcarefulprovident

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "thrifty"?▾

"Thrifty" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "thrifty"?▾

The IPA transcription of "thrifty" is /ˈθɹɪfti/.

What does "thrifty" mean?▾

Thrifty: Evincing thrift; characterized by economy and good management of property; frugal.

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