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Romany

Romany

1 8.5
A person from a group with a shared language and culture who traditionally moves from place to place
  • noun
  • /ˈroʊməni/
translation icon : romaní
  • The festival celebrates the rich culture of the Romany people, showcasing their music and dance.

Examples

  • She is proud of her Romany ancestry.

  • Many Romany families travel across Europe to maintain their traditions and way of life.

  • A Romany community settled in the outskirts of the city, maintaining their distinct way of life.

  • Many Romany migrated across Europe over the centuries, adapting to different cultures.

  • The Romany have a rich oral tradition of music and storytelling.

  • The Romany people have a rich cultural heritage.

  • The documentary highlighted the struggles faced by Romany communities in Europe today.

Synonyms

Romani
vsRomany
1 7.3

A person from a group that came from northern India and now lives mainly in Europe with their own culture

is about origins language and worldwide presence rather than lifestyle focus
Roma
vsRomany
1 7.0

A person from a group who traditionally travels and speaks the Romany language

is broader and stresses worldwide presence and distinctive culture
Rommany
vsRomany
  • Archaic
9.9

A person from a traditional travelling group from northern India who now live in many countries and speak their language

is the current standard spelling rather than the variant form

Compounds

Romany language
9.9

A language from India spoken by Roma people in many countries

Surface Forms

Romany singular
Romanies plural

Etymology

The word Romany comes from the Romani word Rom, meaning 'man' or 'person'. A Romany is therefore a member of that people, whose ancestors came long ago from northern India.