Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
sou
noun
/suː/
Definition
A small coin or unit of currency, originally used in France and sometimes used informally to refer to a small amount of money.
Examples
- He didn’t have more than a sou in his pocket after spending all his money.
- Back in the day, a sou could buy a loaf of bread.
- She found a sou on the street and decided to keep it as a lucky charm.
Meaning
The term ‘sou’ is often associated with a low value, highlighting the idea of a small sum of money that is not sufficient for larger expenses.
Synonyms
- cent
- penny
- small change
