Gangster (en. Gangster)

/ˈɡæŋstər/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog

noun

A person who is a member of a gang often involved in illegal activities.

The gangster was arrested in a drug operation.

Ang gangster ay nahuli sa operasyon ng droga.

An individual who uses violence for gain within the criminal world.

Gangsters often fight for territory.

Ang mga gangster ay madalas na naglalaban para sa teritoryo.

A person with a reputation who instills fear or respect due to their actions.

This gangster is well-known for his ruthless leadership.

Ang gangster na ito ay kilalang-kilala sa kanyang malupit na pamumuno.

Derived from the English word 'gangster' consisting of 'gang' (group of people) and 'ster' (person).

gangster lifestyle

The lifestyle of a gangster lived under the rules of the criminal world.

gangster lifestyle

gang war

A war or conflict between gangs that results in violence.

gang war

gang

A group of people united for a specific purpose, often involved in illegal activities.

gang

crime

An act that is against the law that may lead to punishment.

crime

Tough or skilled in brawls

That older brother is really a gangster; he always gets the upper hand in fights.

Si kuya, gangster talaga siya, palaging nauunahan sa mga away.

Arrogant or holds a position on the streets

Do you think he's a gangster? Well, isn't he the only one making noise around here?

Tingin mo, gangster siya? E 'di ba siya lang ang makapagpapaingay dito?

A group of friends that focus too much on this style

His friends are a gangster crew; their dress code is always long t-shirts and joggers.

Yung mga kaibigan niya, bandang gangster, ang dress code nila lagi, mahahabang t-shirt at joggers.