Synonyms for

Shillings

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

Definition

Shillings are a unit of currency used in some countries, including Kenya and Tanzania. They are equal to twelve pence or one twentieth of a pound in British currency.

Synonyms & similar words

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Example sentences

  1. I went to the store to buy some candy, but I only had shillings, and they only accepted dollars.
  2. My dad gave me ten shillings to buy a newspaper from the vendor.
  3. In Kenya, you can buy a lot of things with just a few shillings.
  4. I found a pile of shillings on the ground, but I returned them to the owner.
  5. The government decided to print new shillings to replace the old, worn-out ones.

Quotes

  • Put money in thy purse; follow thou the wars; defeat thy favor with an usurped beard; I say, put money in thy purse. - William Shakespeare
  • Money, if it does not bring you happiness, will at least help you be miserable in comfort. - Helen Gurley Brown
  • I'm not a driven businessman, but a driven artist. I never think about money. Beautiful things make money. - Lord Acton

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