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[いち()·もん()·()··]
ichimonoshimi
noun

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[いち()·もん()·おし()·]
ichimonoshimi

English Meaning(s) for 一文惜しみ

noun
  1. stinginess; miserliness

Definition and Synonyms for 一文惜しみ

Stinginess a lack of generosity
Synonyms: ケチ, 一文惜しみ
Miserliness total lack of generosity with money
Synonyms: 一文惜しみ
Miser a stingy hoarder of money and possessions (often living miserably)
Synonyms: 一文惜しみ, 吝嗇, けちん坊, 守銭奴, 握り屋
Stinginess a general unwillingness to part with money
Synonyms: ケチ, 一文惜しみ

Meanings for each kanji in 一文惜しみ

» one; one radical (no.1)
» sentence; literature; style; art; decoration; figures; plan; literary radical (no. 67)
» pity; be sparing of; frugal; stingy; regret

Categories 一文惜しみ is a member of

Trait a distinguishing feature of your personal nature
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Tightfistedness extreme stinginess
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Hoarder a person who accumulates things and hides them away for future use
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Stroke Order Diagrams for 一文惜しみ

Sample Sentences for 一文惜しみ

Penny wise, pound foolish.
Penny-wise and pound-foolish.

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