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penny

Pronunciation: [ˈpɛni]

Word

Learn how to use penny in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “money”

(noun) a small unit of money in the United States and some other countries. It is worth one cent, which is the smallest amount of money you can have. People use pennies to buy very cheap things or to make change.

Example

I found a penny on the sidewalk while walking home.

Example

She didn’t want to pick up the penny because it was dirty.

Example

How many pennies do you need to make a dollar?

Context: “figurative expression”

(noun) the phrase 'a penny for your thoughts' is used when you want to know what someone is thinking. It shows you are interested in their ideas or feelings.

Example

When she seemed quiet, I said, 'A penny for your thoughts?'

Example

He didn’t want to share his feelings, even when I offered a penny for his thoughts.

Example

What do you think about that? A penny for your thoughts?

How to pronounce penny

Pronunciation: [ˈpɛni]

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