Meaning & Definition of word "Pfennig"
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Pfennig
/ˈfɛnɪɡ/
noun:
- 1. A former monetary unit of Germany, equal to one hundredth of a mark.
- Example: In the early 20th century, goods could be purchased for just a few pfennigs.
- 2. A coin formerly used in Germany valued at one pfennig.
- Example: He discovered an old pfennig while cleaning out his grandfather's attic.
- 3. Informally, can refer to a small amount of money.
- Example: I wouldn't pay a pfennig more for that broken vase.
Etymology
From Middle High German 'vennic', from Old High German 'fenning', originally from Latin 'denarius'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
not worth a pfennig:
A phrase indicating something has little or no value.
Related Words
mark:
The former basic monetary unit of Germany.
euro:
The current currency used in Germany.
Slang Meanings of pfennig
Meaning: A small amount of money or something of little value.
Example Sentence: Don't give me a pfennig for that idea!