Die Währung
Example: Die Währung des Landes hat in letzter Zeit an Wert verloren.
Definition
"Die Währung" refers to the system of money used in a particular country or region, including coins and banknotes, which serves as a medium of exchange for goods and services. It is essential for economic transactions and determines the value of trade and savings.
Etymology
The word "die Währung" comes from the German verb "währen," meaning 'to last' or 'to endure.' It originally referred to the lasting value or stability of money. Did you know? The term emphasizes the idea of money as a reliable and lasting measure of value.
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"Die Währung" appears in the Vocaplus list "German - Finance - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 150 commonly used words.
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