kina

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Word: Kina

Part of Speech: Noun

Definition: The "kina" is the main unit of currency used in Papua New Guinea. It is similar to how the dollar is used in the United States or the euro in Europe.

Usage Instructions:

• When talking about money in Papua New Guinea, you can refer to it in kina. For example, if something costs 10 kina, you would say "It costs 10 kina."

Example:

• "I bought a shirt for 25 kina at the market."
• "The price of the movie ticket is 15 kina."

Advanced Usage:

In financial discussions or when dealing with international trade, you might discuss the kina in relation to other currencies. For example: - "The exchange rate for the kina has fluctuated against the Australian dollar this month."

Word Variants:

• Kina (plural: kina) - The plural form is the same as the singular form. You can use "kina" for both one unit and multiple units of money. For example:
  • "I have 50 kina."
  • "The total is 100 kina."

Different Meanings:

• In a specific context, "kina" can also refer to the name of a type of shell used historically as currency in some cultures, but this is less common.

Synonyms:

• There are no direct synonyms for "kina" as it is a unique currency. However, you can refer to it as "Papua New Guinean currency" in a broader context.

Idioms and Phrasal Verbs:

• There are no common idioms or phrasal verbs specifically related to "kina," but you might hear phrases related to money in general, such as "money talks," which means that money can influence decisions and actions.

Summary:

The "kina" is an important term when discussing money in Papua New Guinea.

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Noun

1. the basic unit of money in Papua New Guinea