Meaning of “sin un duro”

Shirley S.C1Kwiziq Q&A regular contributor

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

Shirley.

Asked 4 years ago

Clara M.C1Kwiziq Q&A super contributorCorrect 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:)

Like24 years ago

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

Shirley.

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