Street
capo
What does capo mean?
A capo (short for caporegime) is a ranking member who leads a crew of soldiers, reporting to the underboss and boss.
"The capo took his cut from every earner in his crew."
Origin
Italian 'capo' (head); American Mafia usage.
Frequently asked questions
What is a capo in the Mafia?
A capo (short for caporegime) is a ranking member who leads a crew of soldiers and reports to the underboss and boss.
Where does the word 'capo' come from?
It comes from the Italian word 'capo,' meaning 'head,' and is used in American Mafia terminology for a crew captain.
How high is a capo in the Mafia hierarchy?
A capo sits above the soldiers he commands but below the underboss and boss.
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