Cool MateMeaning of Cent
a coin and unit of money worth 1% of the main unit of money in many countries, for example of the US dollar or of the euro
In simple words: A small unit of money, equal to one hundredth of a dollar.
Cent in a sentence
- A one-minute phone call to the UK cost 10 cents.
- The price of diesel was increased by 17 cents per litre.
- The $300 he'd spent on a ticket was worth every cent.
- Directors recommended a dividend of 60 cents per share.
- Subscribers pay 99 cents a song.
- The company offered its creditors 30 cents on the dollar (= 30 cents for every dollar it owed them).
How to use Cent
Use 'cent' to refer to prices, amounts, or when comparing values. It's less common in informal contexts, such as casual conversation, where people often just use 'dollar'.
Grammar pattern
standalone noun
Memory hint
Think of 'cent' as a 'cent-ury' — a small amount of time or money.
Related words
Collocations with Cent
- cost a cent
- not worth a cent
- two cents
- one cent
Common mistakes with Cent
- Omitting the 's' in plural form when referring to multiple cents.
- Confusing 'cent' with 'cents' when talking about more than one.
- Using 'cent' in contexts where a broader term like 'money' is more appropriate.
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Frequently asked questions about Cent
What does Cent mean?
A small unit of money, equal to one hundredth of a dollar.
What is the definition of Cent?
a coin and unit of money worth 1% of the main unit of money in many countries, for example of the US dollar or of the euro
How do you use Cent in a sentence?
A one-minute phone call to the UK cost 10 cents.
Can you give another example of Cent?
The price of diesel was increased by 17 cents per litre.
What are synonyms for Cent?
Common alternatives include penny, nickel, dime, coin.
What is the opposite of Cent?
Opposite meanings include dollar, euro, pound.
What words go with Cent?
It commonly pairs with cost a cent, not worth a cent, two cents, one cent.
What are common mistakes when using Cent?
Omitting the 's' in plural form when referring to multiple cents. Confusing 'cent' with 'cents' when talking about more than one. Using 'cent' in contexts where a broader term like 'money' is more appropriate.
How do you pronounce Cent?
US: /["/sent/"]/, UK: /["/sent/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Cent?
Use 'cent' to refer to prices, amounts, or when comparing values. It's less common in informal contexts, such as casual conversation, where people often just use 'dollar'.
What CEFR level is Cent?
"Cent" is at A1 level on the CEFR scale.