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moneda means coin; currency — a common term in Travel Spanish. Learn how it's used in a real-world example.

📅 Published: July 13, 2025

✈️ Travel Spanish

moneda

noun • /[mo-NEH-dah]/

coin; currency

Example:

¿Aceptan tarjeta o solo moneda local?

Do you take card or only local currency?

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🧠 What does moneda mean?

Moneda is a handy Spanish word that primarily means "coin." You'll use it when talking about physical coins, like the ones you jingle in your pocket. It can also refer to "currency" in a more general sense, like the monetary system of a country. So, you might talk about the "moneda of Mexico" meaning the Mexican peso.

📚 Extra examples

  • Necesito algunas monedas para el parquímetro.
    I need some coins for the parking meter.
  • ¿Cuál es la moneda de Costa Rica?
    What is the currency of Costa Rica?
  • Esta moneda es antigua.
    This coin is old.
  • La moneda local es el peso.
    The local currency is the peso.

❓ FAQ

How do you say 'coin; currency' in Spanish?
The Spanish word for both 'coin' and 'currency' is 'moneda.'
How do you pronounce 'moneda' in Spanish?
It's pronounced mo-NE-da, with the stress on the second syllable.
How do you use 'moneda' in a sentence?
Here are a couple of examples: 'Necesito cambiar mi moneda' (I need to change my currency), or '¿Tienes una moneda para el carrito?' (Do you have a coin for the shopping cart?)
What is the English translation of 'moneda'?
'Moneda' translates to 'coin' or 'currency' in English.
Does 'moneda' change for gender or number?
Yes, 'moneda' is a feminine noun. The plural is 'monedas.'
Is 'moneda' common in everyday Spanish?
Yes, 'moneda' is very common and practical for everyday conversations, especially when traveling.
Does 'moneda' have slang or double meanings?
While 'moneda' itself doesn't have many slang uses, the specific names of currencies often do. For example, in some places, 'lana' (wool) can mean 'money'.
Is 'moneda' used differently in Spain vs Latin America?
Not really. 'Moneda' is understood and used the same way across both Spain and Latin America to mean both 'coin' and 'currency.'

🔁 Synonyms & opposites of "moneda"

Synonyms: divisa, billete (for bills), plata (slang for money)

💡 Did You Know?

The word 'moneda' comes from the Latin word 'moneta,' which was a title of the Roman goddess Juno, in whose temple coins were minted.

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