kopek
2 synonyms for kopek, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A monetary unit equal to one hundredth of a ruble, and by extension of similar currencies in some neighbouring countries.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
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How to use kopek
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
a few kopeks
cost one kopek
a hundred kopeks
old kopeks
Kopek is a neutral term used in ordinary writing about Russian currency.
Etymology
The word is borrowed from Russian kopeyka, which itself comes from a Russian word for spear. This refers to the image of a rider carrying a spear that appeared on coins minted in Moscow after it captured Novgorod in 1478.
Full origin of kopek →Frequently asked questions
What is a kopek?
A kopek is a small unit of Russian currency worth one hundredth of a ruble.
How many kopeks are in a ruble?
There are one hundred kopeks in a single ruble.
Where does the word kopek come from?
It comes from the Russian kopeyka, ultimately from a word for spear, referring to the image of a spear-carrying rider on old Moscow coins.
