expression, godan verb (-su)
cut your coat according to your cloth
Proverb meaning to adjust your spending to match your income; live within your means.
「入るを量りて出ずるを制す」という言葉を胸に刻んで、無駄遣いをしないようにしている。
I keep the saying 'cut your coat according to your cloth' in mind and try not to waste money.