penny
[ˈpɛni]
n.
便士;
(美国、加拿大的)一分钱;
少量的钱;
例句:
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We have not received a penny from political parties.
来自BBC
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The directors of this company feel he's worth every penny.
这家公司的主管们觉得他值得栽培。
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Failing to do so would be penny-wise and pound-foolish.
来自WSJ
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Unleaded gasoline rose more than a penny a gallon.
无铅汽油每加仑涨了1分多。
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We've also had Penny Lancaster hosting the show.
来自THETIMES
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Government penny-pinching is blamed for the decline in food standards.
政府吝啬被指责是食品标准下降的原因。
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I have five shillings and a few pence.
我有五先令和几个便士。
来自《权威词典》
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I had but two pence in my pocket.
我口袋里只有两个便士。
来自《权威词典》
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The journey won't cost you a penny if you come in my car.
如果你坐我的车去,一分钱也不用花。
来自《权威词典》