ichidan verb, transitive verb
Used for physically shortening something, such as hair, cloth, or a stick, or for cutting down on time, words, or other measurable things.
スカートの丈を少し切り詰めてもらえますか。
Could you shorten the length of the skirt a little?
I cut the explanation short and just gave the main points.
ichidan verb, transitive verb
cut down on; reduce; economize
Used for reducing expenses, budgets, or consumption; often implies tightening one's belt or scrimping.
生活費を切り詰めて貯金している。
I'm saving money by cutting down on living expenses.
予算を切り詰めなければならない。
We have to reduce the budget.