cedi

Definition

The currency of Ghana, divided into 100 pesewas and represented by ₵.

Etymology

Ultimately from Fante Akan sedi (“cowrie shell”).

Example Sentences

• "A 25-year-old motorbike rider, Eric Sulley has been sentenced to a fine of 300 Ghana cedis for riding a motorbike without a helmet by the Akim Swedru Circuit Court presided by Mr Yaw Atta Sampong."