Synonyms for

Lire

Verb / ˈlɪrʌ / Another word for lire — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Lire is the basic unit of currency in Italy before the Euro.

Synonyms & similar words

lira malteselira italianlira turkishlira

Example sentences

  1. I found some old Italian lire in my grandfather's drawer.
  2. The value of the lire decreased after the introduction of the Euro.
  3. Many people collected Italian coins and banknotes when the lire was still in use.
  4. The bank exchanged my lire for euros.
  5. She used to save her lire in a piggy bank.

Quotes

  • The lire was a symbol of Italy's economic history.
  • I remember the days when we used lire instead of euros.
  • The value of the lire fluctuated over time.

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