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    Ochavos (en. Pennies)

    /oˈtʃaβos/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    An old coin that represented a fraction of the monetary unit.
    The ochavos were commonly used in the 19th century.
    Los ochavos eran de uso común en el siglo XIX.
    A term that can also refer to a small amount of something.
    I only have a few cents to spend in this store.
    Solo tengo ochavos para gastar en esta tienda.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'octavus', which means 'eighth'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    not worth a cent
    Expression indicating that something has no value.
    no vale ni ochavos
    to make change
    Gather small amounts of money.
    hacer ochavos
    to collect in small amounts
    To receive payment in small fractions.
    cobrar en ochavos

    Related Words

    eighth
    Portion equal to one of eight parts.
    octavo
    penny
    Monetary unit equivalent to a cent.
    penny

    Slang Meanings

    Small amount of money.
    I only have a few cents to invite you.
    Solo tengo unos ochavos para invitarte.
    Something that has no importance.
    That idea is worth nothing.
    Esa idea no es más que ochavos.