Zlatý

Zlatý is a Czech word meaning "golden". It is primarily known as the currency of the former Czechoslovakia and its successor states, the Czech Republic and Slovakia. The Czechoslovak koruna was introduced in 1919, replacing the Austro-Hungarian krone. After the dissolution of Czechoslovakia in 1993, both the Czech Republic and Slovakia retained the koruna as their respective currencies. The Czech koruna is currently in circulation, while Slovakia adopted the euro in 2009. The term "zlatý" can also be used as an adjective in Czech to describe something that is golden in color or of exceptional quality. For example, a "zlatý" medal signifies a gold medal in a competition. The word's origin is believed to be related to the Latin word "aureus", meaning golden coin. In historical contexts, "zlatý" might also refer to specific types of golden coins or treasures. The currency symbol for the koruna is Kč.