Definition

A zloty is the basic monetary unit of Poland, used for transactions and pricing goods and services.

Example

The price of the book is fifty zloty.

Conversation

Have you ever traveled to Poland and used zloty?

No, I haven't, but I've heard it's a beautiful country.

Yeah, I went last summer and the zloty was really interesting to use.

That sounds fun! I’d love to experience it myself.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

The word 'zloty' originates from Polish 'złoty', meaning 'golden'. It is derived from the Old Polish 'złoty', which is a diminutive form of 'złoto' (meaning gold).

Memory Tip

Think of the word 'gold' in Polish ('złoto') to remember that 'zloty' refers to something golden, as it is the name of the currency in Poland.

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