Francophonie· easy

se serrer la ceinture

to tighten one's belt

Meaning

To cut back on spending and live frugally

Explanation

Cutting back when money's tight, exactly like the English 'tighten your belt'.

Example

Depuis qu'elle a perdu son emploi, elle doit se serrer la ceinture.

Since she lost her job, she's had to tighten her belt.

Origin

Origin uncertain.

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