guarini: meaning, definition, pronunciation and examples
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What does “guarini” mean?
A monetary unit of Paraguay, equal to one hundredth of a guaraní.
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Definition
Meaning and Definition
A monetary unit of Paraguay, equal to one hundredth of a guaraní.
A term referring specifically to a subdivision (cent) of the Paraguayan currency, the guaraní.
Dialectal Variation
British vs American Usage
Differences
No significant difference in usage; the term is equally obscure in both varieties.
Connotations
Purely technical/financial with no additional connotations.
Frequency
Extremely rare outside of specific financial texts or travel guides for Paraguay.
Grammar
How to Use “guarini” in a Sentence
[amount] + guariniguarini + [of the guaraní]Vocabulary
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Examples
Examples of “guarini” in a Sentence
adjective
British English
- The guarini coins are no longer in circulation.
- A guarini-denominated bond.
American English
- The guarini coins are no longer minted.
- A guarini-based transaction.
Usage
Meaning in Context
Business
Used in foreign exchange dealing or accounting related to Paraguay.
Academic
May appear in economic papers on Latin American currencies.
Everyday
Virtually never used in everyday conversation outside Paraguay.
Technical
Standard term in numismatics (coin collecting) and international finance for the fractional unit.
Watch out
Common Mistakes When Using “guarini”
- Using 'guarini' as singular (correct: one guarini is rare, usually 'one hundredth of a guaraní').
- Confusing spelling: 'guarini' vs. 'guaraní' (with an accent).
- Assuming it is a major currency name.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
No. Due to inflation, the guarini is practically obsolete in everyday cash transactions. Prices are quoted in guaraníes.
The term 'guarini' itself can be considered a plural form for the fractional unit. In practice, the singular is rarely needed; one typically says 'one hundredth of a guaraní'.
In British English, it's approximately /ɡwɑːˈriːniː/ (gwah-REE-nee). In American English, it's approximately /ˌɡwɑrəˈni/ (gwah-ruh-NEE).
Only in the specific context of the Paraguayan guaraní. It is not a general term for a cent; for example, you would not call a US cent a 'guarini.'
A monetary unit of Paraguay, equal to one hundredth of a guaraní.
Guarini is usually technical/financial in register.
Phrases
Idioms & Phrases
- “Not worth a guarini (rare/extremely low value).”
Learning
Memory Aids
Mnemonic
Think: 'Guarani' is the main currency of Paraguay, like the 'dollar.' 'Guarini' are its 'pennies' or 'cents,' sharing the '-ini' sound with 'tiny.'
Conceptual Metaphor
A SMALL SUBDIVISION IS A SEED/FRAGMENT (e.g., a guarini is a tiny fragment of a guaraní).
Practice
Quiz
What is a 'guarini'?