Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
vintem
Noun
/ˈvɪn.tɛm/
Definition
A historical term referring to a small denomination of currency used in Portugal and Brazil.
Examples
- In the past, people would exchange vintens for goods at local markets.
- The vintem was an important part of everyday transactions in colonial Brazil.
Meaning
Vintem is a currency that was used in Portugal and later in Brazil, representing a value in the monetary system of those regions, often associated with coins of brass or other metals.
Synonyms
- Coin
- Currency
- Denomination