What is another word for Portuguese Escudo?
Pronunciation: [pˌɔːt͡ʃəɡˈiːz ɛskjˈuːdə͡ʊ] (IPA) 
The Portuguese Escudo was the currency used in Portugal before it was replaced by the Euro in 2002. Synonyms for the Portuguese Escudo include the PTE or simply "escudo". Other colloquial names for the currency include the "paus" or "reis". The word "escudo" itself comes from the Latin word "scutum", which means shield. The Portuguese Escudo was first introduced in 1911 and continued to be used until Portugal adopted the Euro as its main currency. While the currency may no longer be in use, its name and history remain a part of Portugal's economic story.
