DRACHMA - Definition & Meaning for Kids

Simple definitions and word synonyms for kids.

Meaning 1

Part of speech: Noun

formerly the basic unit of money in Greece

Categories: Greek monetary unit

Synonyms

Drachm, Drachma, Greek drachma, Dram

🌱 Word Origin (Etymology)

The word "drachma" comes from Ancient Greek δραχμή, which was borrowed from Latin drachma.

🔗 Related Words

dram – A related word in the same word family.

diram – A related word in the same word family.

🧩 Fun Fact

Ancient Greek had multiple words for concepts English expresses with just one, showing different cultural priorities.