Peseta
/pəˈseɪtə/
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Pro Tip 1/3Historical Currency
The peseta was more than money; it reflects Spain’s economic history before the euro.
Museums display old pesetas to illustrate Spain's past economy.
Pro Tip 2/3Euro Replacement
Knowing the peseta was replaced by the euro in 2002 is helpful for historical context.
Items priced in pesetas are likely listed before 2002.
Pro Tip 3/3Past Tense Usage
Use peseta in a historical sense, since it's an obsolete currency after the euro adoption.
Grandpa often recalls how many pesetas he earned in his first job.
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