Florin: meaning, definitions and examples

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florin

 

[ หˆflษ”หrษชn ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

currency usage

A florin is a coin and currency that was issued in various times and places, notably in 13th-century Florence, Italy. The term has also been used to describe various denominations in different countries, often reflecting its historical value as a standard currency. In modern contexts, it may refer to the Dutch gulden, which was formerly known as the florin.

Synonyms

coin, guilder, monetary unit

Examples of usage

  • The florin was commonly used in medieval trade.
  • In the 14th century, merchants accepted florins for transactions.
  • He collected old coins, including various florins.
  • Travelers often exchanged their money for florins during their visit to the Netherlands.

Translations

Translations of the word "florin" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น florin

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคซเฅเคฒเฅ‹เคฐเคฟเคจ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Florin

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ florin

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ั„ะปะพั€ะธะฝ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ florin

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒ•ใƒญใƒผใƒชใƒณ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท florin

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ florรญn

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท florin

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ํ”Œ๋กœ๋ฆฐ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ูู„ูˆุฑูŠู†

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ florin

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ florin

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅผ—lorin

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ florin

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ flรณrรญn

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ั„ะปะพั€ะธะฝ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒคแƒšแƒแƒ แƒ˜แƒœแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ florin

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ florรญn

Etymology

The word 'florin' originates from the Italian 'fiorino', which means 'flower' and refers to the flower lily depicted on the coin from Florence, Italy, where it was first minted in 1252. The florin quickly became popular in international trade due to its standardized weight and purity, becoming one of the first gold coins used in Europe. It served as a model for other currencies, including the English florin, introduced in the 19th century, which was worth two shillings. Over time, the term 'florin' has been adopted in various forms in different countries, each with its own design and value, but the historical significance as a trade currency remains a vital aspect of its legacy.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #31,402 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.