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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.

cordoba

/ˈkɔrdoʊbə/ /ˈkɔːdəbə/

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.

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