No. 11,544 in German
sterling
The German word "Sterling" refers to "British currency, pound sterling."
In a sentence
Das silberne Besteck ist aus echtem Sterling.
The silver cutlery is made from genuine sterling.
Here, 'Sterling' refers to the material type, specifically sterling silver, emphasizing its authenticity and quality.
Er wurde als ein Sterling-Beispiel eines höflichen Gastes beschrieben.
He was described as a sterling example of a polite guest.
'Sterling' is used metaphorically here to denote exceptional or outstanding quality, transferring the term’s association with high-value silver to a figurative context.
Sterling ist die Währungseinheit im Vereinigten Königreich.
Sterling is the currency unit in the United Kingdom.
In this context, 'Sterling' refers to the British pound sterling, functioning as a monetary term.
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