I'm on a tight budget.

Meaning

I have very little money to spend.

Examples

• John: 'Let's go out for dinner tonight.'<br>
• Alice: 'I'm sorry, <b>I'm on a tight budget</b> this month.'
• John: 'Yeah, I can't afford it either. <b>I'm on a tight budget</b> right now.'
• Alice: 'This dress is beautiful, but it's expensive.'<br>