Gypsies: meaning, definitions and examples
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gypsies
[ หdสษชpsiหz ]
people
Gypsies are a traditionally itinerant ethnic group with origins in South Asia. They are known for their nomadic way of life, colorful culture, and music.
Synonyms
Which Synonym Should You Choose?
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| gypsies |
Capitalized form can be seen in historical contexts or literary works. However, it is still considered offensive and insensitive in modern usage.
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| Romani |
Another respectful term often used in formal or academic settings to refer to the Roma people or their language.
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| Roma |
The preferred and respectful term to refer to the ethnic group originating from northern India and traditionally living a nomadic lifestyle across Europe.
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| travelers |
Typically used to refer to people who lead a nomadic lifestyle. In the UK, it specifically refers to the Irish Travellers, a distinct ethnic group.
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Examples of usage
- They traveled in caravans across Europe.
- Gypsies have faced discrimination and persecution throughout history.
Translations
Translations of the word "gypsies" in other languages:
๐ต๐น ciganos
๐ฎ๐ณ เคเคฟเคชเฅเคธเฅ
๐ฉ๐ช Zigeuner
๐ฎ๐ฉ gipsi
๐บ๐ฆ ัะธะณะฐะฝะธ
๐ต๐ฑ Cyganie
๐ฏ๐ต ใธใใทใผ
๐ซ๐ท Tsiganes
๐ช๐ธ gitanos
๐น๐ท รงingeneler
๐ฐ๐ท ์ง์
๐ธ๐ฆ ุงูุบุฌุฑ
๐จ๐ฟ Cikรกni
๐ธ๐ฐ Cigรกni
๐จ๐ณ ๅๆฎ่ตไบบ
๐ธ๐ฎ Cigani
๐ฎ๐ธ sรญgaunar
๐ฐ๐ฟ ััาะฐะฝะดะฐั
๐ฌ๐ช แแแจแแแ
๐ฆ๐ฟ Qaraรงฤฑlar
๐ฒ๐ฝ gitanos
Etymology
The term 'gypsies' is derived from the mistaken belief that the Romani people originated in Egypt. In reality, their ancestors migrated from the Indian subcontinent. The Romani have a rich cultural heritage, but have often been marginalized and discriminated against. Their nomadic lifestyle has led to misunderstandings and stereotypes about their community.
See also: gypsy.