The Kiribati Dollar is the official currency of the Republic of Kiribati. However, there are a few other terms used for this currency as well. One common synonym is the Kiribati pound, which was used prior to the introduction of the dollar in 1979. Another synonym is the Tala, which is a Samoan currency that is sometimes used interchangeably with the Kiribati Dollar. Additionally, in informal conversations, the Kiribati Dollar may also be referred to as KBD or just simply the Kiribati currency. Regardless of the terminology used, the Kiribati Dollar remains an important financial unit for the people of Kiribati.