Meaning & Definition of word "Yuan"

Yuan

/jʊˈɑn/

noun:

  • 1. The basic unit of currency in China, also known as renminbi (RMB).
    • Example: The price of the book is fifty yuan.
  • 2. A unit of currency used in some other nations, sometimes in a historical context.
    • Example: In the past, the yuan was used in trade between neighboring countries.
  • 3. A traditional or cultural term referring to the concept of a round or circular form.
    • Example: The yuan symbolizes unity and harmony in many Asian cultures.

Etymology

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

Common Phrases and Expressions

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.

Related Words

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.

Slang Meanings of yuan

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

Example Sentence: He made a lot of yuan on that business deal.

Meaning: Used informally to indicate wealth or financial success.

Example Sentence: She's rolling in yuan after that investment.