țigănie

Romanian edit

Etymology edit

From țigan +‎ -ie.

Pronunciation edit

IPA^(key): /ˌt͡si.ɡəˈni.e/

Noun edit

țigănie f (plural țigănii)

Collective term for all Gypsies living in a certain location, or (by extension) a block or area inhabited by Gypsies.
Synonym: țigănime
racket, loud noise, din, row
Synonym: gălăgie
impolite behavior

Usage notes edit

Because the latter two senses derive from a negative stereotype of the Roma people, and because this word derives from the problematic exonym țigan, it is likely to offend Romani people. See the note regarding the use of țigan.