Nepalese paisa is the currency of Nepal. It is also known as Nepali paisa or simply paisa. The word paisa is derived from the Sanskrit word padma, which means "coin." Other synonyms for Nepalese paisa include Nepalese rupee, Nepali rupee, and Nepali rupees. In Nepal, the paisa is used in small amounts, and 100 paisa equals one rupee. Nepalese paisa has been the currency of Nepal since the early 20th century, and it is one of the most recognized currencies in the world. The word paisa is also commonly used in India, where it is the smallest unit of currency.