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sente

Elementary (A2)

IPA: /ˈsɛnteɪ/

KK: /sɛnteɪ/

noun
Definition

A unit of currency used in certain countries, often as a subunit of a larger currency.


Example

The price of the item was listed in sente, which is a smaller denomination of the local currency.


Conversation
Sloth A
Did you see the new sente currency they introduced?
Sloth B
Yeah, I heard it's going to help boost the economy.
Sloth A
I wonder how it will affect prices in the market.
Sloth B
It'll be interesting to see how people adapt to using the sente.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
currency
money
funds
Antonyms
debt
liability
expense
Root Explanation

This word originates from Old French 'sentir', meaning to feel or perceive. The word 'sente' refers to a path or way, often implying a sense of direction or feeling in a journey.

Memory Tip

Think of 'feeling' or 'perceiving' as you walk along a path — that's why 'sente' refers to a way or path.

Visually Confused Words
senate
syenite
stenter
sensate
sennite
senaite
scenter
scented
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