Eight dollars.
The word “eight” is pronounced as [eɪt]. “Dollars” is pronounced as [ˈdɑːləz]. When we read “$8”, we say “eight dollars”. For example, “This book costs eight dollars.” We use “dollars” to refer to the currency unit. It's important to pronounce each word clearly and with the correct intonation. Reading currency amounts accurately helps in communication about prices and financial transactions.
