lira
word
Definition
Lira can refer to the former currency of Italy and some other countries, or to a stringed musical instrument from ancient times.
Usage & Nuances
Lira is rarely used to refer to money today except in historical or Turkish contexts (Turkey still uses the 'lira'). As a musical instrument, it mainly appears in historical, classical, or poetic references. Note if referring to currency, clarify the country (Italian lira, Turkish lira, etc.).
Spanish: liraPortuguese (BR): liraPortuguese (PT): liraChinese (Simplified): 里拉（货币） - 里拉琴（乐器）Chinese (Traditional): 里拉（貨幣） - 里拉琴（樂器）Hindi: लीराArabic: ليرة
Example Sentences
The Italian lira was replaced by the euro in 2002.
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He collects old lira coins.
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A lira is an ancient string instrument.
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I found some lira in my grandfather’s old wallet.
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The musician played a beautiful melody on his lira.
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Do you know if the Turkish lira is strong this year?
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