ganja
3 synonyms for ganja, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — Marijuana, especially as smoked for its intoxicating effect.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Etymology
Borrowed from Hindi gāñjā, ultimately from Sanskrit gañjā ("hemp"); it entered English use around 1800.
Full origin of ganja →Frequently asked questions
What does “ganja” mean?
The word “ganja” means marijuana, especially as smoked for its intoxicating effect. In plain terms, a slang term for marijuana, especially associated with Caribbean and Rastafarian culture.
How do you pronounce “ganja”?
“Ganja” is pronounced GAN-juh (/ˈɡɑn.d͡ʒə/ in IPA).
How do you use “ganja” in a sentence?
Here is “ganja” used in a sentence: “The reggae lyrics referenced ganja and Rastafarian culture.”
What part of speech is “ganja”?
“Ganja” is a noun.
Where does the word “ganja” come from?
The word “ganja” dates back to around 1800 and comes from Sanskrit. Borrowed from Hindi gāñjā, ultimately from Sanskrit gañjā ("hemp"); it entered English use around 1800.
