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पैसा

paisa

Money

Beginnernoun

Definition

Coins and banknotes used to buy things.

Example

मी सुट्टीसाठी पैसे साठवतोय.

I am saving money for a holiday.

Etymology

The word 'पैसा' (paisa) is derived from the Hindi term of the same name, which itself originates from the Persian 'پایسه' (pāyesa), meaning 'money' or 'currency'.

How & Where It’s Used

'पैसा' is used informally in everyday conversation dealing with money and transactions across all age groups and social contexts.

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