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Lira

usgb/ˈlɪrə/Volume
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Remember 'lira' reflects present-day currency only in Turkey, so don't confuse it with past currencies. SlideThe price tag said 20 lira, which I knew was the Turkish currency.
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Plural FormPlay
In English, 'lira' and 'liras' both work as plural, but 'lira' is more common referring to Turkish money. SlideShe exchanged 100 dollars for 750 lira.
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Not InterchangeablePlay
'Lira' is specific to Turkey; don't use it for other currencies like 'Pound' or 'Euro'. SlideWhen in Istanbul, you'll need to use lira, not euros, for purchases.