Cordoba - Meaning, Definition & English Examples
Córdoba is a city in southern Spain known for its rich history and architecture, including the famous Mosque-Cathedral. It is also the name of Argentina’s second-largest city and the currency of Nicaragua.
Definition:
The currency of Nicaragua, named after the Spanish city of Córdoba.
Synonyms:
peso, dollar, euro, yen
Part of Speech:
noun
Antonyms:
debt, credit
Common Collocations:
exchange rate, bank notes, currency conversion
Derivatives:
cordobas, cordobiano
Usage Tips:
Use "cordoba" when referring to Nicaraguan money; pluralize as "cordobas."
Common Phrases:
strong cordoba, weak cordoba, cordoba exchange
Etymology:
Named after Francisco Hernández de Córdoba, founder of Nicaragua's cities León and Granada.
Examples:
- 1. She paid 100 cordobas for the handmade necklace.
- 2. The cordoba has fluctuated against the dollar this year.
- 3. Tourists often exchange dollars for cordobas at the airport.
- 4. A cup of coffee costs about 50 cordobas here.