他省吃儉用多年，終於積攢了一筆足以買房的存款。
He saved up a sum of money enough for a house after years of frugality.
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為了供孩子上大學，父母多年來一直省吃儉用。
为了供孩子上大学，父母多年来一直省吃俭用。
To put their children through college, the parents have been living very frugally for many years.
Usage Notes
Used to describe someone who is very thrifty in their daily life, especially regarding food and expenses.
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