noun

sucre

SOOK-ray

Sucre (noun) means the former national currency of Ecuador, replaced by the US dollar in 2000. Example: “Before dollarization, prices in Ecuador were listed in sucres.”

noun

The former national currency of Ecuador, replaced by the US dollar in 2000.

"Before dollarization, prices in Ecuador were listed in sucres."

How to use sucre

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishEcuador's old currency, used before the country switched to the US dollar.

Word forms

sucres plural

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Etymology

Named after Antonio José de Sucre, a leading general of South American independence.

Frequently asked questions

What does “sucre” mean?

The word “sucre” means the former national currency of Ecuador, replaced by the US dollar in 2000. In plain terms, ecuador's old currency, used before the country switched to the US dollar.

How do you pronounce “sucre”?

“Sucre” is pronounced SOOK-ray (/ˈsuːkɹeɪ/ in IPA).

How do you use “sucre” in a sentence?

Here is “sucre” used in a sentence: “Before dollarization, prices in Ecuador were listed in sucres.”

What part of speech is “sucre”?

“Sucre” is a noun.