Guinea

/ˈɡɪni/

Перевод слова "guinea" на Русский язык

Существительное

/ˈɡɪni/

guinea

guineas множ.

In the 18th century, a guinea was a British gold coin.

В 18 веке гинея была британской золотой монетой.

Дополнительные переводы

морская свинка

гвинейская монета

Существительное

/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.

Прилагательное

/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.

long-haired guinea pig

The long-haired guinea pig requires regular grooming.

длинношерстная морская свинка

Длинношерстная морская свинка требует регулярного ухода.