What does the $ actually stand for?

Let's explore $£€! And remember that learning a language is easier when you practice real conversations. Preply connects you with 1-on-1 tutors who help you speak more confidently and naturally. Get 50% off your first lesson here: https://preply.sjv.io/vDy3JN with code: ROB50 Why is the $ sign an S? What does 'dollar' even mean? In this video, I answer both of those questions, while also explaining what the British pound is a pound of, and what the Euro was originally called. Watch, and I promise you will get your money's worth. 📝FREE NEWSLETTER: https://www.robwords.com/newsletter 👕COOL TSHIRTS: https://robwords.com/shop ⭐️PATREON COMMUNITY: https://patreon.com/robwords Editing: Martyn Williams Camera: Manuel Vering Everything else: Rob Watts Check me out on the web, on Twitter & TikTok: https://robwords.com https://x.com/robwordsYT https://tiktok.com/@robwords ==CHAPTERS== 0:00 Introduction 0:30 The origin of the dollar 5:20 What the $ stands for 13:42 The British pound and £ 17:02 The Euro and €