Definition

A former unit of currency used in Finland before the euro was introduced.

Example

The price of the book was 100 markka before the euro was adopted.

Conversation

Did you know that Finland used to use the markka as its currency?

Yeah, I heard it was replaced by the euro in 2002.

It's interesting how currencies change over time, isn't it?

Definitely! The markka has a lot of history behind it.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

The word 'markka' originates from Finnish, meaning a currency unit that was used in Finland before the euro. It is derived from the Old Swedish word 'mark', which means a mark or a boundary, often used in the context of trade and currency.

Memory Tip

Think of 'mark' as a boundary or a unit of value, which helps you remember that 'markka' was a currency used in Finland.

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