Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
pula
Noun
/ˈpuː.lə/
Definition
Pula is the currency of Botswana and is also used in parts of South Africa.
Examples
- The cost of the meal was 150 pula.
- During my trip to Botswana, I exchanged US dollars for pula at the local bank.
- The pula has been relatively stable against other currencies in recent years.
Meaning
The term ‘pula’ means ‘rain’ in Setswana, and it represents good fortune and prosperity, as rain is vital for agriculture in the region.
Synonyms
- Currency
- Monetary unit
