Lev: meaning, definitions and examples
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lev
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wildlife
A lion with a majestic and powerful appearance, often used as a symbol of strength and courage.
Synonyms
king of the jungle, lion, predator.
Which Synonym Should You Choose?
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lev |
A word from Hebrew commonly used in Jewish culture and literature to refer to a lion.
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lion |
This is the most general term used to describe the big cat often found in Africa. It can be used in any formal or informal context.
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king of the jungle |
Usually used in a majestic or grandiose context, often emphasizing the lion's status as a ruler among animals.
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predator |
This term is used to emphasize the hunting and meat-eating nature of the lion. It can have a neutral or slightly negative connotation.
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Examples of usage
- The lev roared loudly in the wilderness.
- The lev is considered the king of the jungle.
currency
Bulgarian currency unit, equal to one hundredth of a bulgarian lev.
Synonyms
BGN, Bulgarian lev.
Which Synonym Should You Choose?
Word | Description / Examples |
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lev |
The same as above, but it can also be used in general speech when referring to the Bulgarian currency in everyday settings.
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BGN |
Used in formal, financial, or international contexts. Commonly seen in official documents, financial reports, and when referring to the currency in an international setting.
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Bulgarian lev |
Used when it is necessary to be specific about the currency, especially in international discussions or when clarity is needed to avoid confusion with other currencies named 'lev'.
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Examples of usage
- He exchanged euros for levs at the bank.
- The price is displayed in levs.
Translations
Translations of the word "lev" in other languages:
๐ต๐น leรฃo
๐ฎ๐ณ เคธเคฟเคเคน
๐ฉ๐ช Lรถwe
๐ฎ๐ฉ singa
๐บ๐ฆ ะปะตะฒ
๐ต๐ฑ lew
๐ฏ๐ต ใฉใคใชใณ
๐ซ๐ท lion
๐ช๐ธ leรณn
๐น๐ท aslan
๐ฐ๐ท ์ฌ์
๐ธ๐ฆ ุฃุณุฏ
๐จ๐ฟ lev
๐ธ๐ฐ lev
๐จ๐ณ ็ฎๅญ
๐ธ๐ฎ lev
๐ฎ๐ธ ljรณn
๐ฐ๐ฟ ะฐััััะฐะฝ
๐ฌ๐ช แแแแ
๐ฆ๐ฟ ลir
๐ฒ๐ฝ leรณn
Etymology
The word 'lev' has a diverse history, originating from Middle English 'lyoun' and Old French 'leon', ultimately derived from Latin 'leo'. The term has been used for centuries to describe the majestic and powerful big cat, the lion. In the context of currency, the Bulgarian lev has been in circulation since 1881. It is named after the medieval Bulgarian ruler Lev I. The lev has undergone various changes and reforms over time to stabilize its value and maintain economic stability.