Zloty

/ˈzlɔːti/ noun

Definition

The monetary currency of Poland, subdivided into groszy.

Etymology

From Polish 'złoty' meaning 'golden' or 'of gold,' related to the Old Slavic word for gold. Historically, the currency was literally made of or backed by gold.

Kelly Says

The Polish word for money literally means 'golden'—a reminder that coins were once valuable because of their actual metal content, not just government promises.

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