Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
conto
noun
/ˈkɔːntoʊ/
Definition
A conto is a unit of currency that was used in Portugal and Brazil in the past.
Examples
- When I traveled to Portugal, I exchanged my dollars for contos.
- He saved a conto for his vacation.
Meaning
In a more general sense, the term ‘conto’ can refer to a certain amount of money, often used in informal contexts.
Synonyms
- currency
- money
- cash