Paisa

usgb/ˈpaɪ.sə/
noun

A paisa is a monetary unit in India, Pakistan, and Nepal, which is equal to one-hundredth of a rupee.

The price of the item is 200 paisas.
Visual representation of "paisa" - A paisa is a monetary unit in India, Pakistan, and Nepal, which is equal to one-hundredth of a rupee.

Often appears as...

  • paisas in circulation
  • paisa coins

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currency, money, cost

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Cultural Context

Understanding paisa requires knowing its significance in the South Asian economy.

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In India, the paisa is no longer in common use but still holds value in conversations about money.
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Informality

Paisa can refer to very small amounts of money, analogous to 'penny' in English, especially in casual conversations.

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He only gave me a few paisas.
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Historical Context

Paisa has historical significance as a currency in South Asian trade and economy.

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In ancient times, paisas were used to buy goods in marketplaces.
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