Cent
Definition
Example
"Power without accountability often leads to corrupt behavior over time.The candy costs fifty cents."
"She found a few cents under the couch while cleaning."
"Even a cent has value when you save and collect coins over time."
Explanation
A cent is a unit of money used in countries like the United States. One cent is equal to one-hundredth of a dollar (1/100). The word comes from the Latin word for “hundred.” Cents are small coins, usually made of copper or other metals, and are commonly used for small amounts of money. For example, 25 cents equals a quarter of a dollar. Although many people now use cards or digital payments, cents are still used in coins for everyday transactions like buying snacks or small items. Other countries also use “cent” in their currency system.