Definition

A unit of currency used in Ukraine, represented by the symbol ₴.

Example

I exchanged my dollars for hryvnias before my trip to Ukraine.

Conversation

Have you ever seen a hryvnya before?

No, I haven't. What does it look like?

It's a colorful banknote that represents the currency in Ukraine.

That sounds interesting! I’d love to see one someday.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

The word 'hryvnya' originates from Old Slavic, specifically from the term 'grivna', which referred to a type of currency or a weight measure. The word 'hryvnya' itself is used in modern Ukrainian and denotes the national currency of Ukraine.

Memory Tip

Think of 'grivna' as a historical currency, which helps you remember that 'hryvnya' is the name of Ukraine's currency.

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