Guinea
Übersetzung von "guinea" ins Russisch
guinea
SubstantivUK
/ˈɡɪni/
US
/ˈɡɪni/
guinea
guineas Pl.
In the 18th century, a guinea was a British gold coin.
В 18 веке гинея была британской золотой монетой.
Weitere Übersetzungen
морская свинка
гвинейская монета
Definitionen
guinea
SubstantivUK
/ˈɡɪni/
US
/ˈɡɪni/
A former British gold coin worth 21 shillings.
The antique shop had a rare guinea on display, dating back to the 18th century.
A unit of currency in the UK, used especially in auctions and professional fees, equivalent to one pound and one shilling (or 21 shillings).
The painting was sold at auction for 500 guineas.
Offensive slang: an Italian person or someone of Italian descent.
He was offended when someone referred to him as a guinea.
A guinea fowl.
The farmer keeps a dozen guineas to control ticks around the barn.
guinea
AdjektivUK
/ˈɡɪni/
US
/ˈɡɪni/
Relating to, originating in, or associated with Guinea in West Africa (chiefly in compound terms).
Guinea worms are parasitic nematodes prevalent in stagnant water.
Redewendungen und Phrasen
long-haired guinea pig
The long-haired guinea pig requires regular grooming.
длинношерстная морская свинка
Длинношерстная морская свинка требует регулярного ухода.