Definition

A unit of currency used in Russia and some other countries, often represented by the symbol ₽.

Example

I exchanged my dollars for rubels at the bank.

Conversation

Did you hear that the price of the rubel is going up?

Really? I thought it was pretty stable lately.

Yeah, it surprised me too; I guess it affects the economy.

That makes sense. I should keep an eye on my investments.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

The word 'rubel' originates from Russian 'рубль' (rubl'), which refers to a currency unit. The term is derived from the verb 'рубить' (rubit'), meaning to chop or cut, historically relating to the cutting of silver or other metals into pieces for currency.

Memory Tip

Think of the Russian word for currency, 'рубль', which connects to the idea of cutting or chopping metal into pieces for money. This helps you remember that 'rubel' refers to a unit of currency.

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