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Etymology of the Spanish word peso

the Spanish word peso
derived from the Latin word pensum (allotment for weaving, wool given to be spun, woven)
derived from the Latin word pendere (hang, hang down; depend; weigh out; pay, pay out)

Derivations in Spanish

pesillo, peseta

Derivations in other languages

Romanian peso



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