Synonyms for

Pennies

Verb / ˈpeni:z / Another word for pennies — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Pennies are coins that are worth one cent in the United States and Canada.

Synonyms & similar words

penny centime cent cents pence coppers farthings nickels dimes quarters dollars currency change coins specie money cash funds finances wealth resources

Synonyms by register

Formal

currency specie legal tender

Informal

cents coppers change loose change

Literary

numismatic units coinage

Antonyms

riches wealth fortune affluence prosperity abundance

Common collocations

  • save pennies
  • spare pennies
  • a few pennies
  • pennies from heaven
  • worthless pennies
  • pennies and dimes
  • pennies for your thoughts

Word family

noun penny
adjective penniless

Usage note

While 'pennies' is the plural of 'penny', it is often used to refer to small amounts of money in general, not just US or UK coins.

Example sentences

  1. I have five pennies in my pocket.
  2. I saved my pennies to buy a toy.
  3. It's good to save your pennies for a rainy day.
  4. I gave my friend two pennies for his birthday.
  5. The piggy bank is full of pennies.

Quotes

  • A penny saved is a penny earned. - Benjamin Franklin
  • I'm a millionaire. I have a dollar and a cent, and I have a penny. - Nicholas Cage
  • Pennies don't fall from heaven. They have to be earned here on earth. - Margaret Thatcher

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