Skint

usgb/skɪnt/
adjective

Having no money.

I can't go out tonight, I'm skint.
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Often appears as...

  • absolutely skint
  • flat skint

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Informal

Colloquial

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Casual Slang

Skint is informal slang, used more in casual conversation than in formal writing or speeches.

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Can't buy that game yet, I'm totally skint until payday.
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British Use

Skint is predominantly used in the UK, so non-British English speakers might not be familiar with it.

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The tourists seemed confused when I said I was skint.
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Not for Business

Avoid using 'skint' in professional or business situations, as it's too casual and could be seen as unprofessional.

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We've had a tough quarter, but 'we're skint' is not suitable for the financial report.
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