Roma
6 synonyms for Roma, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Name — The Romani people, an ethnic group with historical roots in India, now found across the world, especially Europe.
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
From Romani roma, the plural of rom ("man, Romani man"), ultimately traced to a Sanskrit word for a caste of traveling musicians.
Full origin of Roma →Frequently asked questions
What does “Roma” mean?
The word “Roma” means the Romani people, an ethnic group with historical roots in India, now found across the world, especially Europe. In plain terms, the preferred name for the ethnic group historically also called Gypsies, a term now considered outdated or offensive by many.
How do you pronounce “Roma”?
“Roma” is pronounced ROH-muh (/ˈɹoʊmə/ in IPA).
How do you use “Roma” in a sentence?
Here is “Roma” used in a sentence: “The festival celebrated Roma music and culture.”
What part of speech is “Roma”?
“Roma” is a name.
Where does the word “Roma” come from?
The word “Roma” comes from Sanskrit. From Romani roma, the plural of rom ("man, Romani man"), ultimately traced to a Sanskrit word for a caste of traveling musicians.
Is “Roma” a common word?
“Roma” is a fairly common word in modern English.
What is the difference between Roma and Romani?
Roma most commonly refers to the ethnic group itself, while Romani is often used as the adjective or language name associated with that group. Both terms relate to the same people, who have historical roots in India and are now found across the world, especially Europe.
Is Roma the same as Romania?
No. Roma refers to an ethnic group with roots in India, while Romania is an unrelated country name referring to a nation in southeastern Europe. The similarity in spelling is coincidental.
Is Roma always capitalized?
Yes, Roma is capitalized because it names a specific ethnic group.
