Matipid (en. Thrifty)
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Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
adjective
Describes a person or thing that is careful in spending money or resources.
He is a thrifty person and does not spend easily.
Siya ay isang matipid na tao at hindi madaling gumastos.
Pertains to practices or habits that conserve the environment or natural resources.
He often uses a thrifty way of storing water.
Madalas niyang gamitin ang matipid na paraan ng pag-iimbak ng tubig.
Common Phrases and Expressions
thrifty with money
careful and proper in spending money
matipid sa pera
thrifty lifestyle
a lifestyle of sufficient but not excessive spending
matipid na pamumuhay
Related Words
saving
The act of conserving and saving wealth or money.
pagtitipid
if necessary
Related to avoiding unnecessary expenses.
kung kailangan
Slang Meanings
stingy
Alex is so stingy, he won't even go out to eat unless you're paying.
Ang kuripot ni Alex, di na nga sumasama nang kumain, ikaw pa ang bibayaran niya.
careful with money
My budget is tight right now, so I have to be careful with money.
Mahigpit ang budget ko ngayon, kaya dapat maingat sa pera.
saving up
Carla said she's saving up for her vacation next year.
Sabi ni Carla, nag-iipon siya para sa bakasyon niya sa susunod na taon.