How Do You Spell KHOUMS?
Pronunciation: [kjˈuːmz] (IPA) 
Correct spelling for the English word "khoums" is [kjˈuːmz], [kjˈuːmz], [k_j_ˈuː_m_z] (IPA phonetic alphabet).
Pronunciation: [kjˈuːmz] (IPA)
Correct spelling for the English word "khoums" is [kjˈuːmz], [kjˈuːmz], [k_j_ˈuː_m_z] (IPA phonetic alphabet).
Khoums is a noun that refers to a monetary unit of Mauritania. It is the plural form of "khoum," which means "one-fifth" in Arabic. The khoums is also known as the Ouguiya, the official currency of Mauritania. Introduced in 1973, it replaced the CFA franc as the national currency.
The khoums is further divided into smaller units called Ouguiya, with one khoums equal to five ouguiya. The currency is in circulation in the form of banknotes and coins. Banknotes commonly available come in denominations of 100, 200, 500, 1,000, and 2,000 ouguiya, while coins available include those in denominations of 1, 5, 10, 20, 50, and 100 ouguiya.
The khoums, like many currencies, is regulated and controlled by the central bank of Mauritania, the Banque Centrale de Mauritanie. It plays a significant role in facilitating trade and commerce within the country and is used for everyday transactions by Mauritanians.
As a less commonly known or used currency outside of Mauritania, it may not be widely recognized or accepted in international exchanges or transactions. However, within Mauritania, the khoums holds an essential place in the economic system as the standard currency for buying goods and services, paying salaries, and conducting financial transactions.
The word "khoums" is of Arabic origin. It comes from the Arabic word "khamis" (خميس), which means "Thursday" in English. In some regions and dialects of Arabic, "khoums" is used informally to refer to a five-pound banknote, which is the value commonly printed on the note's design. The word "khoums" has been adopted into English and is sometimes used in the context of currency exchange, especially in certain parts of North Africa.
