sterling

BrE /ˈstɜːlɪŋ/ AmE /ˈstɜːrlɪŋ/

noun en → es

1 CURRENCY [singular] B2

the currency of the United Kingdom, consisting of pounds and pence

libra esterlina

  • sterling is worth

Collocations British sterling · sterling value

  • The pound sterling has been strong against the dollar.

    La libra esterlina ha estado fuerte frente al dólar.

2 QUALITY [adjective] C1

of high quality or excellent standard; first-rate

excelente, de calidad superior

  • sterling performance
  • a sterling reputation

Collocations sterling work · sterling service

  • She has a sterling reputation in the industry.

    Ella tiene una reputación excelente en la industria.