Word
USD
Phoneticsusd
Uncountable noun
Definition
n. Stands for United States dollar. It is the official money used in the USA.
n. Abbreviation for United States dollar. It serves as the standard unit of currency in the United States and is the most common reserve currency globally.
Examples
“The price is listed in USD.”
“Many international hotels list their room rates in USD to make it easier for foreign tourists to compare prices.”
“While the local currency is used for daily purchases, the central bank maintains significant reserves in USD to stabilize the economy against sudden market fluctuations.”
Examples
simple
“The price is listed in USD.”
contextual
“Many international hotels list their room rates in USD to make it easier for foreign tourists to compare prices.”
complex
“While the local currency is used for daily purchases, the central bank maintains significant reserves in USD to stabilize the economy against sudden market fluctuations.”
Usage
Usually written in capital letters; often placed before or after a numerical value in financial documents.
Teaching tip
While 'dollar' is the everyday word, USD is the specific code used in banking, travel bookings, and international business.
Synonyms
- Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.A2 KeyIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.3.0–4.0TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 2.0–2.524–43TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.225–549
- Frequency
- Frequent
- Level
- A2 · Elementary
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