Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
paisa
Noun
ˈpaɪ.sə
Definition
A monetary unit used in some countries, particularly in South Asia.
Examples
- He saved a few paisa to buy a sweet treat.
- The shopkeeper charged five paisa for a plastic bag.
- You can still find coins in paisa in some small shops.
Meaning
Paisa is a smaller denomination of currency, primarily used in India, Pakistan, and Nepal. It serves as a subunit of the Indian rupee and the Pakistani rupee.
Synonyms
- cent
- small coin
- unit
