English–French

“spendthrift” in French

French

Pronunciation

IPA/depɑ̃sje/

Example

Mon ami est dépensier.

My friend is a spendthrift.

Illustration for dépensier (spendthrift)

How to say “spendthrift” in French

“Spendthrift” in French is dépensier.

A person whose spending habit makes savings disappear through frequent purchases and treats.

Full entry for dépensier: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with dépensier

Après avoir reçu son salaire, il est dépensier.

After receiving his salary, he is extravagant.

Tips for using dépensier

  • The feminine form is dépensière, and the adjective agrees with the person described: une amie dépensière.

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