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    Gitana (en. Gypsy)

    /xiˈtana/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    Woman of gypsy origin.
    The gypsy I met at the market sold traditional jewelry.
    La gitana que conocí en el mercado vendía joyas tradicionales.
    Type of music or dance associated with gypsy culture.
    The gypsy's dance was captivating and full of energy.
    El baile de la gitana fue cautivador y lleno de energía.
    Reference to their nomadic lifestyle.
    Many gypsies, including some gypsy women, prefer to live in caravans.
    Muchos gitanos, incluyendo a algunas gitanas, prefieren vivir en caravanas.

    Etymology

    From the French 'gitan', which in turn comes from the Spanish 'gitano', derived from the term 'egiptano', due to the belief that gypsies originated from Egypt.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    To sing like a gypsy
    To sing with great passion and emotion.
    cantar como una gitana
    Gypsy life
    A nomadic and free lifestyle.
    vida gitana
    Gypsy joy
    Expression of joy and enthusiasm typical of gypsy folklore.
    alegría gitana

    Related Words

    Gypsy
    Man of gypsy origin.
    gitano
    Romani
    Language or culture related to gypsies.
    romaní
    Cigano
    Portuguese term for referring to gypsies.
    cigano

    Slang Meanings

    Seductive woman who hides her true intentions.
    That girl is a gypsy, she's always looking for someone to get involved with.
    Esa chica es una gitana, siempre está buscando algo en quien meterse.
    Someone who lives carefreely.
    He lives like a gypsy, not worrying about tomorrow.
    Él vive como una gitana, no se preocupa por mañana.