currency code

[ˈkɜrənsi koʊd]
nounpl: currency codes
código de moeda
1. A standardized three-letter alphabetic code that represents a specific currency in international financial transactions and foreign exchange markets
The currency code for the Brazilian real is BRL.
O código de moeda para o real brasileiro é BRL.
2. An ISO 4217 designation used to identify currencies in banking, commerce, and international trade
When booking an international flight, you may need to select a currency code for payment.
Ao reservar um voo internacional, você pode precisar selecionar um código de moeda para o pagamento.
3. A numeric or alphabetic identifier assigned to currencies by international standards organizations
USD is the currency code for the United States dollar.
USD é o código de moeda do dólar americano.
Currency codes are essential in both Brazilian and international commerce, particularly with the growth of digital payments and cryptocurrency. In Brazil, knowledge of currency codes like BRL (Real), USD (US Dollar), and EUR (Euro) is increasingly important for businesses engaged in international trade and for individuals using online platforms. The term 'código de moeda' is widely recognized in Brazilian banking and fintech sectors.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
ISO 4217 codecurrency identifiermonetary codeforex code

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
código de moeda
Standard term used in banking and finance sectors
Brazil
código ISO da moeda
More formal designation emphasizing ISO standard
Portugal
código de moeda
Same terminology used in Portuguese financial institutions
International Finance
código de divisa
Alternative term using 'divisa' instead of 'moeda'

Related Words

exchange rateforeign exchangeISO 4217fiat currencymonetary systeminternational commerce

Related Idioms & Phrases

currency code conversion
multi-currency code system
currency code compliance
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