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Definition of «cent»

A cent is a unit of currency that represents one hundredth of the value of a larger currency, such as the United States dollar or the euro. It is often represented by the symbol "¢" or "c". In some countries, such as Canada and France, the cent is still a separate unit of currency that can be used to make change, although its value is now tied to the larger currency.

Usage examples

  1. The price of a candy bar at the convenience store is 99 cents.
  2. The coin I found on the street was only a cent.
  3. I have saved up 50 cents in my piggy bank.
  4. I donated a few cents to the charity at the checkout counter.
  5. She only needed to pay five cents for the photocopy.
  6. The price of a postage stamp increased by two cents this year.
  7. The vending machine only accepts 25-cent coins.
  8. I received a discount of 10 cents on my purchase with the coupon.
  9. The price of gasoline increased by five cents per gallon overnight.
  10. I paid the exact amount, down to the last cent, for the movie ticket.

Phrases with «cent»

Sentences with «cent»

  • Around ten per cent of shares will go to 150,000 staff — worth about # 2,000 each. (conservativehome.blogs.com)
  • In addition, prices of health and education continued to rise strongly, rising by around 7 per cent in year - ended terms. (rba.gov.au)
  • The plan is supervised by a bankruptcy trustee, and must treat all creditors fairly, meaning each unsecured creditor will receive the same number of cents on the dollar. (bankruptcy-alternatives-information.com)
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