Reading Theme:
Denomination Definition: Face Value and Religious Groups (2 meaning)
Meaning 1：face value (denomination)
denomination
/dɪˌnɒmɪˈneɪʃən/
n.
The number printed on money that shows how much it is worth, like $1, $5, or $10.
face value
➕
/feɪs ˈvæljuː/
n.
The numerical value printed on a coin or banknote, indicating its worth.
📘 Details & Usage
📖 Root Explanation
From Latin 'denominare' (to name), from 'de-' (completely) + 'nomen' (name).
💡 Mnemonic
Denomination = De (down) + nom (name) + ation → putting a name down to classify something.
📖 Example
When traveling in Europe, it's useful to carry a variety of denominations, such as both 5-euro and 20-euro notes, for different purchases.
When traveling in Europe, it's useful to carry a variety of denominations, such as both 5-euro and 20-euro notes, for different purchases.
🔗 Collocations
large denomination – A banknote or coin with a high face value.
small denomination – A banknote or coin with a low face value.
denominations of currency – The different face values within a monetary system.
🔄 Synonyms
face value (n.) – The stated value of a coin or banknote, used for monetary denominations.
par value (n.) – The nominal value of a security or currency, often equal to its face value.
nominal value (n.) – The stated value of an item, as opposed to its market value.
🌱 Derivatives
denominational (adj.) – Relating to a particular denomination, especially of money or religion.
denominationalism (n.) – The tendency to divide into separate religious denominations.
📖 Cultural Story
From Latin 'denominare' (to name). In finance, it refers to the face value of currency. In religion, it denotes a subgroup with distinct practices, like Protestant denominations.
Meaning 2：religious group (denomination)
denomination
/dɪˌnɒmɪˈneɪʃən/
n.
A distinct, organized group within a larger religion that shares its own particular beliefs and practices.
religious group
➕
/rɪˈlɪdʒəs ɡruːp/
n.
A recognized autonomous branch or subgroup within a larger religion, with its own distinct beliefs and practices.
📘 Details & Usage
📖 Example
Within Christianity, the Catholic and Protestant denominations have many shared beliefs but also some key differences in their traditions.
Within Christianity, the Catholic and Protestant denominations have many shared beliefs but also some key differences in their traditions.
🔗 Collocations
Christian denomination – A recognized branch of Christianity, such as Catholicism, Protestantism, or Orthodoxy.
religious denomination – An organized subgroup within a religion, often with a specific name and leadership.
denominational differences – Distinct variations in doctrine or practice between different denominations.
🔄 Synonyms
sect (n.) – A subgroup within a larger religion, often with a distinctive set of beliefs or practices.
branch (n.) – A division or offshoot of a major religious tradition.
religious group (n.) – A community of people who share a common religious faith and practices.
🌱 Derivatives
denominational (adj.) – Relating to a particular denomination, especially of religion.
denominationalism (n.) – The emphasis on denominational differences, sometimes leading to division.
Wordbook
Your data is saved in this browser