shekel
What is another word for shekel? Here is its meaning, with related words and examples.
Noun — The currency unit of modern Israel, also the name of a currency unit of ancient Israel.
We haven't recorded synonyms for shekel yet. You can still read its full definition, where it comes from, or words that rhyme with it.
How to use shekel
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
ten shekels
exchange rate for the shekel
pay in shekels
a shekel coin
It is a neutral word, used in everyday talk about prices and money.
Etymology
Shekel comes from Hebrew shékel, which in turn comes from the Hebrew verb shakál, meaning to weigh. That verb goes back to the Akkadian word šiqlum.
Full origin of shekel →Frequently asked questions
What is a shekel?
A shekel is a unit of currency used in ancient and modern Israel.
What is the plural of shekel?
The plural can be shekels or shekel, and the Hebrew-style plural shekalim is also used.
Where does the word shekel come from?
It comes from Hebrew shékel, which is linked to the Hebrew verb for weighing. That verb comes from Akkadian.
