ringgit

[ ring-git ]

noun

1. a paper money, cupronickel coin, and monetary unit of Malaysia, equal to 100 sen.

ringgit

/ ˈrɪŋɡɪt /

noun

1. the standard monetary unit of Malaysia, divided into 100 sen

Word History and Origins

Origin of ringgit¹

First recorded in 1965–70, ringgit is from the Malay word riŋgit literally, serrated, milled

Word History and Origins

Origin of ringgit¹

from Malay

Example Sentences

The ringgit and the country’s main stocks index declined after the announcement, which came a day after Muhyiddin imposed a two-week targeted lockdown in most of the country starting Wednesday.

From Fortune

If any one disobeys he will be fined five dollars— Kalau ada siapa ban tah nanti kna denda lima ringgit.

From Project Gutenberg

I will give seven dollars a month— Sahaya handak kasih tujoh ringgit sa-bulan.

From Project Gutenberg

He said that the fixed price was two dollars— Kata-nia harga mati dua ringgit.

From Project Gutenberg

I offered one dollar, but he would not accept it— Sahaya tawar sa-ringgit tiada mahu di-trima-nia.

From Project Gutenberg

At first he demanded two dollars— Mula-mula dia minta dua ringgit.

From Project Gutenberg