Use of HBAR and tinybars

This page outlines the correct usage of "HBAR" and "tinybars" in Hedera-related writing.

HBAR

When referring to the Hedera native currency, use the singular form of the noun HBAR. For example:

• "I bought 10 HBAR yesterday"

Do not use the plural form of the noun, as this style rule applies even when referring to multiple units of HBAR.

tinybars

When referring to fractions of HBAR, use the plural form tinybars. For example:

• "I will transfer 1,000 tinybars from my account to yours"

Do not use the singular form of the noun, as any reference should be plural since one HBAR equals 100,000 tinybars