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skimp in Norwegian

skimp in Norwegian is knipe, spinke — skimp means to spend or use less of something than is really needed, to save money or effort.

skimp in Norwegian

knipe
verb
To make insufficient allowance for; to scant; to scrimp.
spinke
verb
To make insufficient allowance for; to scant; to scrimp.
spinke
verb
(intransitive) To save; to be parsimonious or stingy.

What does "skimp" mean?

  1. verb To spend or use less of something than is really needed, to save money or effort.
    "Don't skimp on insulation, or you'll regret it in winter."
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skimp in a sentence

  • Don't skimp on insulation, or you'll regret it in winter.
  • She refused to skimp on ingredients for the cake.

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What is "skimp" in Norwegian?

"skimp" in Norwegian is knipe, spinke. skimp means: To spend or use less of something than is really needed, to save money or effort.

How do you use "skimp" in a sentence?

Example: "Don't skimp on insulation, or you'll regret it in winter." In Norwegian, "skimp" is knipe, spinke.

Are there other ways to say "skimp" in Norwegian?

Yes — Norwegian has 2 translations listed for "skimp": knipe, spinke.

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