Krone: meaning, definitions and examples

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krone

 

[ หˆkroสŠ.nษ™ ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

currency unit

The krone is the official currency used in Denmark and Norway. It is subdivided into 100 รธre in Denmark and 100 er i Norge. The name 'krone' means 'crown' in Scandinavian languages, symbolizing the historical monarchy in these countries. The currency has been in use since the late 19th century and is a critical component of the economies of these nations. Its value can fluctuate based on market conditions and economic policies.

Synonyms

crown, currency

Examples of usage

  • I exchanged my dollars for kroner during my trip to Norway.
  • The price of the shirt was 300 kroner.
  • Denmark uses kroners to price their goods.

Translations

Translations of the word "krone" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น coroa

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค•เฅเคฐเฅ‹เคจ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Krone

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ krone

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะบั€ะพะฝะฐ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ korona

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใ‚ฏใƒญใƒผใƒ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท couronne

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ corona

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท krone

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ํฌ๋กœ๋„ค

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ูƒุฑูˆู†ุฉ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ koruna

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ koruna

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅ…‹ๆœ—

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ krona

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ krรณna

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะบั€ะพะฝะฐ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ™แƒ แƒแƒœแƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ krona

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ corona

Word origin

The term 'krone' comes from the Scandinavian languages, specifically derived from the word 'crown,' reflecting the historical association with the monarchy in these regions. The krone was established as the national currency of Denmark in 1875 and was subsequently adopted by Norway, which had a similar economic situation at the time. The establishment of the krone represented an important step towards modern monetary systems in the Nordic countries. The currency has undergone several changes, including the introduction of banknotes and coins with varying designs and denominations. The significance of the krone extends beyond its monetary value; it embodies the cultural and historical heritage of Denmark and Norway.