tolar: meaning, definition, pronunciation and examples
RareFormal, Historical
Quick answer
What does “tolar” mean?
The former currency of Slovenia, used from 1991 to 2007 before being replaced by the euro.
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Pronunciation
Definition
Meaning and Definition
The former currency of Slovenia, used from 1991 to 2007 before being replaced by the euro.
Can refer to the monetary unit or to coins and banknotes of this currency; also used in historical or numismatic contexts.
Dialectal Variation
British vs American Usage
Differences
No significant differences in meaning or usage between British and American English.
Connotations
Neutral; denotes a historical currency with no strong cultural connotations.
Frequency
Equally low frequency in both variants, but might appear slightly more in European-focused texts.
Grammar
How to Use “tolar” in a Sentence
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Usage
Meaning in Context
Business
Used in financial discussions about historical transactions, currency conversion, or economic reports on Slovenia.
Academic
Referenced in economics, history, or European studies when discussing Slovenia's economic transition or currency systems.
Everyday
Rarely used in daily conversation; typically in contexts like travel reminiscences, collecting, or historical discussions.
Technical
In numismatics, to describe specific coins or banknotes; in finance, for historical exchange rate data.
Vocabulary
Synonyms of “tolar”
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Antonyms of “tolar”
Watch out
Common Mistakes When Using “tolar”
- Mispronouncing as /ˈtɒlər/ or spelling as 'toller'.
- Using it to refer to current Slovenian currency, but it was replaced by the euro.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
No, the tolar was replaced by the euro in Slovenia in 2007 and is no longer legal tender.
In British English, it's typically /ˈtəʊlɑː/, and in American English, /ˈtoʊlɑːr/.
No, tolar specifically refers to the historical currency of Slovenia and should not be used as a general term for money.
Common collocations include 'Slovenian tolar', 'tolar coin', and 'exchange tolar for euro'.
The former currency of Slovenia, used from 1991 to 2007 before being replaced by the euro.
Tolar is usually formal, historical in register.
Learning
Memory Aids
Mnemonic
Think of 'tolar' rhyming with 'dollar', but it comes from Slovenia, not the United States.
Conceptual Metaphor
Currency as a vessel of national history and economic change.
Practice
Quiz
What is the tolar?