soft currency

noun phrase

Meaning

A currency that is expected to fluctuate unpredictably and is not in high demand internationally, often due to economic or political instability in its home country.

Examples

The country's weak economy led to its currency being classified as soft currency.
Investors are wary of holding soft currency, preferring more stable options.

Synonyms: weak currency, unstable currency, depreciating currency

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soft currency

noun phrase

Pronunciation: sɒft ˈkʌrənsi

Definition

A currency that is expected to fluctuate unpredictably and is not in high demand internationally, often due to economic or political instability in its home country.

Examples

The country's weak economy led to its currency being classified as soft currency.
Investors are wary of holding soft currency, preferring more stable options.
The government is trying to strengthen its soft currency to boost trade.

How to Use soft currency

soft currency (noun phrase): a currency that is not in high demand internationally — "Many developing nations struggle with soft currency."

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