Meaning of “sin un duro”

Shirley S.C1Kwiziq Q&A regular contributor

Meaning of “sin un duro”

Hi, thanks for your help. What does “sin un duro” mean?

Shirley.

Asked 3 years ago
Clara M.C1 Kwiziq Q&A super contributor Correct answer

Hi Shirley, 

When the Spanish currency was in pesetas, un duro (a coin) was worth 5 pesetas.

I'm pretty certain that 'sin un duro' means to 'be broke', penniless. It is an informal way of saying that you haven't any money. 

Hope this helps

Clara:)

Shirley S. asked:

Meaning of “sin un duro”

Hi, thanks for your help. What does “sin un duro” mean?

Shirley.

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