Money and banking / A1

Y-oorr-oh/ˈjʊərəʊ/

A euro is money used in many countries in Europe, written with the symbol €. One euro, fifty euros; a euro coin. A pound is British money; a dollar is US money. Countable: a euro, euros. Write euro with a small e in normal sentences, like pound.

Meaning

Money used in many countries in Europe.

Examples

• “This sandwich costs three euros.”
• “I need some euros for the trip.”
• “This bottle of water is one euro.”

Good to know

€ / euros. Contrast: pound (£), dollar ($). a euro coin. Small e in sentences.

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