Yuan

/jʊˈɑn/

Meaning & Definition

noun

The basic unit of currency in China, also known as renminbi (RMB).

The price of the book is fifty yuan.

A unit of currency used in some other nations, sometimes in a historical context.

In the past, the yuan was used in trade between neighboring countries.

A traditional or cultural term referring to the concept of a round or circular form.

The yuan symbolizes unity and harmony in many Asian cultures.

From Mandarin 元 (yuán), meaning 'round' or 'beginning'.

yuan note

A physical representation of currency in yuan.

yuan equivalent

The comparable amount of money in yuan relative to another currency.

yuan-denominated

Refers to transactions that are priced or settled in yuan.

renminbi

The official currency of the People's Republic of China, of which yuan is a unit.

CNY

The international currency code for the Chinese yuan.

A term used to refer to a significant amount of money.

He made a lot of yuan on that business deal.

Used informally to indicate wealth or financial success.

She's rolling in yuan after that investment.