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miser in Tagalog

kuripot

/ˈmaɪzə(ɹ)/

miser in Tagalog: kuripot, singgi. In English, miser means a person who hoards money rather than spending it; one who is cheap or extremely parsimonious.

Tagalog words for miser

skinflint or scrooge
kuripot, singgi

English meaning of miser

  1. noun A person who hoards money rather than spending it; one who is cheap or extremely parsimonious.
  2. noun A person who is wretched or despicable; a wretch.
  3. noun A kind of earth auger, typically large-bored and often hand-operated.

Full definition of miser

miser in a sentence

  • Scrooge was a typical miser: spending nothing he could save, nor enjoying his wealth.

Synonyms of miser

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Questions about miser in Tagalog

What is the meaning of miser in Tagalog?
Miser in Tagalog is kuripot, singgi.
Ano ang miser sa Tagalog?
Miser: kuripot, singgi.
What does miser mean in English?
Miser means a person who hoards money rather than spending it; one who is cheap or extremely parsimonious.

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