The launch of the Euro as legal tender on January 1 2002 marked the completion of European monetary union, and brought with it some new challenges for language learners.

We've put together a useful bank of phrases, facts and tips to help you get to grips with the new currency.

France
France was the first country to say 'bonjour' to the Euro. Read more about l'euro en France...

Germany
What was so special about the German Euro ads? Find out here.

Spain
How the Spanish ask for their Euros, and more.

Italy
Is it 'gli euri' or 'gli euro'? Find out here.

Strange but true
Useful and unusual facts on the Euro and how it affects you.