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dalasi

Elementary (A2)

IPA: /dɑːˈlɑːsi/

KK: /dɑːˈlɑːsi/

noun
Definition

The currency used in The Gambia, represented by the symbol D or GMD.


Example

I exchanged my dollars for dalasi when I arrived in The Gambia.


Conversation
Sloth A
Did you know that the currency in The Gambia is called the dalasi?
Sloth B
Really? I had no idea!
Sloth A
Yeah, I learned that when I was researching travel destinations.
Sloth B
That sounds interesting! I should look into it more.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
currency
money
cash
Antonyms
debt
credit
liability
Root Explanation

The word 'dalasi' originates from the Mandinka language, meaning a unit of currency in The Gambia. It is derived from the term 'dalasi' which refers to the Gambian currency introduced in 1971, replacing the Gambian pound.

Memory Tip

Think of the Mandinka word 'dalasi' as a specific name for the currency in The Gambia, helping you remember that 'dalasi' refers to money used there.

Visually Confused Words
lasi
diaclasis
dasi
dali
alas
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