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euros

n.
US //ˈjuˌɹoʊz// UK //jˈɔːɹəʊz// eu·ros
  1. 1 currency (n.)
    A1 Beginner

    the plural of the euro, the money used in most of the European Union.

    the plural form of the official currency unit of the eurozone.

    Example

    The coffee and cake cost exactly eight euros.

    Example

    The exchange rate fluctuated significantly, meaning the traveler received fewer euros for her dollars than she had originally anticipated.

    Usage

    While the official EU legislative spelling for the plural is 'euro', standard English usage almost always adds an 's'.

    Pitfall
    The book costs ten euro.
    The book costs ten euros.

    In standard English, the currency name takes an 's' in the plural, just like dollars or pounds.

  2. 2 football tournament (n.)
    B1 Intermediate Informal Sport

    a major football competition between European national teams.

    the UEFA European Football Championship, a quadrennial international men's football tournament.

    Example

    Everyone was excited to watch the Euros on TV last summer.

    Example

    The city saw a massive influx of tourists during the Euros, as fans from across the continent gathered to support their national teams.

    Usage

    Usually used with the definite article 'the' and often followed by a year.
    • european championship

Last updated June 20, 2026