Sri Lanka Rupee (Noun)
Meaning
The basic unit of money in Sri Lanka; equal to 100 cents.
Classification
Nouns denoting quantities and units of measure.
Examples
- The Sri Lanka rupee is the official currency of Sri Lanka and is subdivided into 100 cents.
- Tourists visiting Sri Lanka can exchange their currency for the Sri Lanka rupee at the airport or local banks.
- The Sri Lanka rupee has been the country's official currency since 1869, replacing the British pound.
- The value of the Sri Lanka rupee can fluctuate against other major currencies, affecting the country's economy.
- You can use credit cards or the Sri Lanka rupee to pay for goods and services in major cities and tourist areas.