Useful English Word or Phrase to Boost Your English: Minted

What does it mean?

Minted is a popular British slang term for someone who is very wealthy or rich. If someone lives in a huge house and drives a sports car, they are definitely "minted." It comes from the idea of money being freshly "minted" at the bank, implying someone has vast quantities of it. It’s a fun, slightly informal way to talk about wealth.

Is it positive or negative?

Positive (can sound envious or humorous).

When do you use it?

Used informally when talking about wealthy people.

Examples

Example 1: She must be minted to live in that area.

Example 2: After that bonus, he's absolutely minted now.

Question for you

Would you like to be minted, or just comfortable?

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