Synonyms for

Mina

Verb / ˈmi:nʌ / / ˈmɪnʌ / Another word for mina — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Mina is a female name of Arabic origin that means 'love' or 'affection.' It can also refer to a unit of currency in certain countries.

Synonyms & similar words

mynah minah mynahbird mynabird myna Beloved Darling Dearest Honey Love Sweetheart Angel Baby Dear Precious Adored Cherished Treasured Valued Favored Favorite Pet Flame Heartthrob

Synonyms by register

Formal

quantity amount measure portion

Informal

lot heap pile wad smackers

Literary

bounty store wealth

Antonyms

plenty abundance surplus excess profusion glut

Common collocations

  • a mina of
  • a good mina of
  • a large mina of
  • a small mina of
  • a mina of money
  • a mina of gold
  • a mina of silver

Word family

noun mina

Usage note

Mina is an archaic unit of weight and currency, primarily used in ancient Greece and the Middle East. Its modern usage is rare and typically confined to historical or literary contexts.

Example sentences

  1. Mina is a beautiful name for a girl.
  2. I gave my girlfriend a present to show my love and affection.
  3. I need to exchange my dollars for minas before I visit Brazil.
  4. Mina is an unusual name, but it suits her perfectly.
  5. My cousin named his daughter Mina after his grandmother.

Quotes

  • Love is not a feeling, Mr. Burns. It's an ability. -Mina
  • I'm not really a morning person. I'm a rush-out-the-door-with-a-mina kind of person. -Unknown
  • A name is a gift, Mina. It's one of the first things you receive from your parents. -Nora Roberts

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