penny pincher
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penny pinchers
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吝啬鬼, 小气鬼
a person who shows unwillingness to spend much money
The idiom "penny pincher" originated from the practice of being extremely frugal or thrifty with money, particularly when it comes to small amounts or insignificant expenses. The term "penny" refers to the smallest unit of currency, emphasizing the meticulousness in saving even the tiniest sum. A "pincher" refers to someone who tightly grasps or holds onto something. Therefore, a "penny pincher" is used to describe a person who is excessively careful or reluctant to spend money, often going to great lengths to save every penny. This term can be used to characterize individuals who are excessively frugal or cautious regarding their financial decisions, often avoiding unnecessary expenditures or seeking the best deals and discounts.
- He's known in the office as a penny pincher, always finding ways to cut costs.
他在办公室里被称为吝啬鬼，总是想办法削减成本。
- His extreme penny-pinching habits make him seem stingy and unwilling to help others.
他极端的吝啬鬼习惯让他显得吝啬且不愿帮助他人。
- She refuses to eat out at restaurants; she's a real penny-pincher.
她拒绝在餐馆吃饭；她真是个吝啬鬼。