B1noun 1K

Currency

🇬🇧 UK /["/ˈkʌrənsi/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/ˈkɜːrənsi/"]/

Meaning of Currency

the system of money that a country uses

In simple words: Money used in a country.

Currency in a sentence

• The currency in Japan is the yen.
• During the crisis, the value of the local currency dropped significantly.
• He exchanged his dollars for the local currency at the bank.
• Cryptocurrency is becoming a popular alternative to traditional currency.

How to use Currency

Use 'currency' when discussing money in general or in financial contexts. It's appropriate in both written and spoken forms, but may sound formal in casual conversation.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Think of 'current' money - currency is the money currently in use.

Related words

Collocations with Currency

• domestic
• foreign
• common
• change
• convert something into
• convert something to
• rise
• depreciate
• fall
• conversion
• exchange
• translation
• in…currency
• common
• general
• wide
• enjoy
• have
• gain

Synonyms for Currency

• money
• cash
• funds
• capital
• wealth

Opposites of Currency

• debt
• deficit

Common mistakes with Currency

• Confused with 'currencies' - forgetting 'currency' can be singular or plural.
• Incorrect articles - using 'a currency' instead of 'currency' when speaking generally.

Frequently asked questions about Currency

What does Currency mean?

Money used in a country.

What is the definition of Currency?

the system of money that a country uses

How do you use Currency in a sentence?

The currency in Japan is the yen.

Can you give another example of Currency?

During the crisis, the value of the local currency dropped significantly.

What are synonyms for Currency?

Common alternatives include money, cash, funds, capital, wealth.

What is the opposite of Currency?

Opposite meanings include debt, deficit.

What words go with Currency?

It commonly pairs with domestic, foreign, common, change, convert something into, convert something to, rise, depreciate, fall, conversion, exchange, translation, in…currency, common, general, wide, enjoy, have, gain.

What are common mistakes when using Currency?

Confused with 'currencies' - forgetting 'currency' can be singular or plural. Incorrect articles - using 'a currency' instead of 'currency' when speaking generally.

How do you pronounce Currency?

US: /["/ˈkɜːrənsi/"]/, UK: /["/ˈkʌrənsi/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Currency?

Use 'currency' when discussing money in general or in financial contexts. It's appropriate in both written and spoken forms, but may sound formal in casual conversation.

What CEFR level is Currency?

"Currency" is at B1 level on the CEFR scale.