denarius
Definitions
A small silver coin issued both during the Roman Republic and during the Roman Empire, equal to 10 asses or 4 sesterces. Roughly one day’s wage for a skilled worker.
Ancient-Rome
Equivalents
Examples
“"Sorry, I thought you were Aurel. He owes me a denarius. Have⟳ you seen him?"”
“2007, Philip Matyszak, Ancient Rome on 5 Denarii a Day (title of the book)”
CEFR level
B2
Upper Intermediate
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.
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