Kursid

Kursid is an Estonian noun used to refer to plural forms of two distinct concepts, depending on context: educational courses and exchange rates. In everyday use, the word is encountered in university catalogs, training programs, and curricula when referring to individual courses or modules. In financial writing, kursid denotes currency exchange rates used to convert amounts between currencies. The dual meaning is common across Estonian-language sources.

In education, kursid are structured units of study that may lead to credits, certificates, or a degree. They have titles, descriptions, prerequisites, and assessment methods. Courses can be offered online, in-person, or in hybrid formats, and they are delivered within terms or semesters. Institutions assign codes, track enrollment, and publish syllabi and learning outcomes to guide students.

In finance and economics, kursid describe the value of one currency relative to another. They are quoted as price per unit of foreign currency or as a cross-rate between two currencies. Kursid can be fixed by authorities or determined by market demand and supply in the foreign-exchange market. They are published by banks, central banks, and financial information services and affect pricing, budgeting, and travel costs.

Usage depends on context; contextual cues from surrounding nouns are used to distinguish them. In academic contexts, kursid are cataloged by institutions; in financial contexts, kursid are quoted in financial media.