Denominace

Denominace (denomination in English) is a term used in several contexts to denote a name, value, or grouping within a broader system. In finance and everyday commerce, a denomination refers to the face value of a currency unit, whether a banknote or coin. The set of denominations in active circulation is determined by a country's central bank or monetary authority and can be influenced by inflation, production costs, and practicality for users. Denominations affect pricing, cash handling, and the operation of ATMs and vending machines. Examples include common banknote values such as 1, 5, 10, 20, 50, and 100 units; coin denominations might include 1, 5, 10, 25, and 50 units. Denominations are not permanent and may be withdrawn or added as needed.

In religion, a denomination is a recognized distinct religious body within a broader faith tradition that shares a common name, history, doctrine, and organizational structure. Denominations differ in governance (congregational, hierarchical), worship style, and doctrinal emphasis, but generally maintain shared creeds or confessions. The concept supports the organization of churches into groups that collaborate on missions, education, and policy. Examples include Protestant denominations such as Anglican, Baptist, and Lutheran; Catholic and Orthodox bodies are typically not described as denominations in the same sense.

The term originates from Latin denominatio, meaning naming or designation, and has been adopted into many languages, including English and Czech. In contemporary usage, denominace can also refer more generally to labeling or classifying things, such as a product category or ship name.