heller
3 synonyms for heller, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A small coin once used in Germany and Central Europe, and later a subunit of the Czech and Slovak koruna.
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haler
hellion
Etymology
Borrowed from German Heller, itself named after the city of Hall (Schwäbisch Hall), where the coin was minted.
Full origin of heller →Frequently asked questions
What does “heller” mean?
The word “heller” means a small coin once used in Germany and Central Europe, and later a subunit of the Czech and Slovak koruna. In plain terms, either a small old European coin, or informally, a rowdy troublemaker.
How do you use “heller” in a sentence?
Here is “heller” used in a sentence: “The old coin was worth just a few hellers.”
What part of speech is “heller”?
“Heller” is a noun.
Where does the word “heller” come from?
The word “heller” comes from German. Borrowed from German Heller, itself named after the city of Hall (Schwäbisch Hall), where the coin was minted.
Is “heller” a common word?
“Heller” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “heller” have?
“Heller” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a small coin once used in Germany and Central Europe, and later a subunit of the Czech and Slovak koruna.
