Japanese symbol for “skimp”

ケチる

Romaji: kechiru

to be stingy (with); to skimp (on)

In Japanese, skimp is ケチる (kechiru).

Before using these characters for a tattoo, check them with a native speaker. Dictionary words often have several meanings, and the right choice depends on context.

Meanings

v5r, vt to be stingy (with); to skimp (on)

Written forms: —. Readings: ケチる、けちる.

See also: Chinese symbol for “skimp”.

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