frugality
noun [ U ] uk/fruːˈɡæl.ə.ti/ us/fruːˈɡæl.ə.t̬i/
节俭，朴素
the quality of being careful when using money or food
She was known for her simplicity and frugality. 大家都知道她朴素又节俭。
They taught that frugality must be observed in food and clothing. 他们教导必须在衣食上奉行节俭。
See: frugal
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- He learned much of his food knowledge and frugality from his mother.
- Her grandmother had experienced the frugality of the war years.
- She was surprised by the frugality of his lifestyle.