Pronunciation: [fˈiːd͡ʒi dˈɒlə] (IPA) 
The official currency of Fiji is the Fiji Dollar, which is spelled /fiːdʒi ˈdɒlər/. The first part of the word is pronounced as "fee-jee," with a long "e" sound and a soft "j" sound. The second part is spelled as "dollar" and pronounced with a short "o" sound and a silent "a" at the end. The spelling of the word accurately represents its pronunciation, making it easier for people to communicate about money matters in Fiji.
The Fiji Dollar is the official currency of the Republic of Fiji, a small island nation in the South Pacific Ocean. It is denoted by the symbol "$" and the currency code FJD. The Fiji Dollar was introduced in 1969, replacing the Fijian pound at a rate of 1 pound to 2 dollars.
The Fiji Dollar is issued and regulated by the Reserve Bank of Fiji, which is responsible for managing the country's monetary policy and maintaining price stability. The bank ensures the availability of currency notes and coins through its distribution network.
The denominations of the Fiji Dollar include banknotes in denominations of 2, 5, 10, 20, 50, and 100 dollars. Coins are available in values of 5, 10, 20, and 50 cents, as well as 1 dollar.
The Fiji Dollar is widely accepted throughout the country and is the only legal tender for all transactions. Exchange rates for the Fiji Dollar fluctuate according to the foreign exchange market and are influenced by factors such as interest rates, inflation, and economic indicators.
The Fiji Dollar's value is often tied to the performance of the Fijian economy, which relies heavily on tourism, agriculture, and remittances from overseas workers. It is also subject to global economic trends and can be affected by currency fluctuations in major trading partners.
The word "Fiji Dollar" is a combination of the term "Fiji" and the unit of currency "Dollar". The term "Fiji" refers to the country of Fiji, which is a group of islands located in the South Pacific Ocean.
The term "Dollar" has roots in the Joachimsthaler, a silver coin used in the Kingdom of Bohemia (modern-day Czech Republic) during the 16th century. The coin became widely known as the "Thaler" and was later adopted and anglicized as "Dollar" by various countries around the world.
In the case of Fiji, the Fijian Dollar was introduced as the official currency in 1969, replacing the Fijian pound. The term "Fiji Dollar" simply signifies that it is the currency used in Fiji.
