TopicExchange rates & FX
devise
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noun
system of money used in a country or region
Often discussed with codes like USD, KRW, and EUR in FX markets.
Examples
La devise locale a perdu de la valeur face au dollar ce trimestre.
The local currency lost value against the dollar this quarter.
Les touristes ont besoin d'un peu de devise pour les taxis et les petites boutiques.
Tourists need some currency for taxis and small shops.
Les paiements numériques dépendent encore d'un système de devise nationale.
Digital payments still depend on a national currency system.
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