B1nounmoney
US/ˈkɜːr.ən.si/
UK/ˈkʌr.ən.si/
the type of money that a country uses, such as the dong or the euro
In context
The Vietnamese dong is the official currency of Vietnam.
Travelers should change some money into local currency before leaving the airport.
A weak currency makes imported phones and laptops more expensive.
Words that go with currency
adjective + noun
- foreign currencyMany shops near the market accept foreign currency, but at a poor rate.
- local currencyPrices on the menu are shown in local currency only.
- digital currencySeveral central banks are testing their own digital currency.
- strong currencyA strong currency is good news for people who travel abroad.
noun + noun
- currency exchangeThere is a currency exchange counter next to the arrivals gate.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
What is the money unit of Japan?Correct: What is the currency of Japan?