けち
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Base noun form. Describes a trait of being stingy or a person who is a miser. Can be used as an adjective in phrases like 『けちな人』 (kechi na hito, 'stingy person').
Theme
User and their friend Ken are discussing budgeting habits over coffee. Ken mentions someone's stinginess and asks for User's thoughts on being frugal.
けち
けち
stinginess, miser
People & IdentityEmotions & Personality
Memory Hook
Imagine a 'stingy' person counting every penny — they're so 'cheap' it's like 'ke-chi' (けち). Think: 'Cheap' → 'ke-chi' → 『けち』 (kechi, 'stinginess').
Cultural Note
In Japanese culture, being 『けち』 (kechi, 'stingy') is generally viewed negatively, as it goes against values of generosity and harmony. It's often used in jokes or criticism about someone who is overly frugal.
Forms
Base: けちBase noun form. Describes a trait of being stingy or a person who is a miser. Can be used as an adjective in phrases like 『けちな人』 (kechi na hito, 'stingy person').