Meaning
Gypsy
- a Romani person, especially of Spanish or Iberian origin; a member of a traditionally itinerant culture
In a sentence
Un gruppo di gitani suonava flamenco lungo i vicoli del quartiere.
A group of Gypsies was playing flamenco along the neighbourhood's alleyways.
Le tradizioni dei gitani spagnoli hanno profondamente influenzato la danza locale.
The traditions of Spanish Gypsies deeply influenced local dance.
Quella famosa melodia è ispirata a un canto tradizionale gitano.
That famous melody is inspired by a traditional Gypsy song.
Word forms (2)
| Word | Word forms |
|---|---|
| gitano | masculine · singular |
| gitani | masculine · plural |
Usage notes
- Often associated with flamenco and Andalusian folklore.
- In modern sociological contexts, 'rom' or 'sinto' are often preferred neutral designations.