How to Pronounce Tightass

To pronounce "tightass", say TIGHT-ass — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

8

Letters

TIGHT-ass

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💡 Tip for remembering “tightass”

"tightass" has 2 syllables: tight-ass.

What does tightass mean?

noun

  1. Someone who does not know how to have fun, or who is so worried about insignificant things as to ruin any fun that anyone around them may be having.
  2. Someone who is stingy, or who is tight with money.

Synonyms

jitterbugnervous wreckworrywart

Related words

tight-assuptighttightwadtoolsmartassshitnutswiseassbuzzkill

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "tightass"?▾

"Tightass" has 2 syllables: tight · ass.

What does "tightass" mean?▾

Tightass: Someone who does not know how to have fun, or who is so worried about insignificant things as to ruin any fun that anyone around them may be having.

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