To pronounce "tightwad", say TIGHTW-ad — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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"tightwad" has 2 syllables: tightw-ad. It rhymes with broad and plod, if that helps it stick.
noun
“That tightwad would drive ten miles to save a few cents on gas.”
Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.
"Tightwad" has 2 syllables: tightw · ad.
Tightwad: One who is stingy, overly cautious, or defensive with money (usually mildly derisive).
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