Asked by y912f

does this sentence make sense? :

The family only had a PITTANCE amount of money left.

(pittance: a small amount or share)
Answered by Lisa
I guess it's alright, but I rarely use the word pittance. I would change that sentence to this: The family only had a meagre amount of money left.
Answered by Lisa
you could just write this as a simple sentence for Pittance, I earned my pittance by shoveling snow for the neighbors.
Answered by bobpursley
Better usage would be
The family only had a pittance.
I earned a pittance by shoveling snow.
Answered by y912f
ok, thanks Lisa
Answered by y912f
and bob
Answered by Lisa
you're welcome
Answered by Writeacher
"a meager amount of money"

"a pittance"

They mean the same thing. When you write or say "a pittance amount of money," you're being redundant!
Answered by y912f
i know, i get it
Answered by Matt
Pittance is a noun, not an adjective