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Meaning & Definition of Cent in English

English

Cent

A unit of currency equal to one hundredth of a dollar.


Pronunciation:

/sɛnt/

Part of Speech:

noun

Plural:

cents

Detailed Definitions

  • Definition: A monetary unit in various currencies, typically representing one-hundredth of a principal unit.

    Example Sentence: The candy costs fifty cents.

  • Definition: A coin or note of this value.

    Example Sentence: He found a cent on the street.

  • Definition: A small amount of money.

    Example Sentence: It doesn't make a cent of difference.

Etymology

Origin: From the Latin 'centum,' meaning 'hundred.'

Synonyms

pennysmall changecoin

Common Phrases and Expressions

  • not worth a cent: Of little or no value.
  • every cent counts: Every small amount of money is important.
  • not a cent to my name: To have no money at all.

Translations

  • Spanish: centavo
  • French: centime
  • German: Cent
  • Russian: цент

Related Words

  • cents: Plural form indicating multiple units of currency.
  • centenary: Relating to a hundred years.
  • centurion: A commander in the Roman army, historically linked to the number hundred.

Slang Meanings of cent

  • Meaning: A small amount of money or value.

    Example Sentence: I have only a couple of cents to my name.

  • Meaning: To be cheap or stingy.

    Example Sentence: He's so cent, he won't even buy a round.