steling

How to say it

Meaning

the British currency, the pound sterling.

Good to know

Used when referring to British currency in trade or financial contexts.

Examples

• Alilipwa kwa steling badala ya dola.He was paid in sterling instead of dollars.
• Bei ya soko ni steling mia moja.The market price is one hundred sterling.
• Hatutumii steling hapa nchini.We do not use sterling in this country.