japalermo noun (plural japalermos)
1. (colloquial, chiefly Romania) A member of the Roma subgroup commonly known as the Gabors with hats (Gaborii cu pălărie), originating from Transylvania. The community is recognized for its distinct traditional clothing, particularly the wide-brimmed black hats worn by men.
1. (colloquial, chiefly Romania) A member of the Roma subgroup commonly known as the Gabors with hats (Gaborii cu pălărie), originating from Transylvania. The community is recognized for its distinct traditional clothing, particularly the wide-brimmed black hats worn by men.
Example 1:
“See those guys in the big black hats? They’re japalermos from Transylvania.”
Example 2:
“I’m not just Roma, I’m a japalermo — we’ve got our own traditions.”
“See those guys in the big black hats? They’re japalermos from Transylvania.”
Example 2:
“I’m not just Roma, I’m a japalermo — we’ve got our own traditions.”
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noun, plural of japalermo
• Refers collectively to members of the Roma subgroup known as Gaborii cu pălărie (“Gabors with hats”) from Transylvania. Recognized by their traditional wide-brimmed hats, formal dress, and distinct cultural customs. The term is sometimes used proudly within the community.
noun, plural of japalermo
• Refers collectively to members of the Roma subgroup known as Gaborii cu pălărie (“Gabors with hats”) from Transylvania. Recognized by their traditional wide-brimmed hats, formal dress, and distinct cultural customs. The term is sometimes used proudly within the community.
Example 1:
“Last weekend the town was full of japalermos celebrating a wedding.”
Example 2:
“The japalermos in Transylvania are famous for their style and traditions.”
“Last weekend the town was full of japalermos celebrating a wedding.”
Example 2:
“The japalermos in Transylvania are famous for their style and traditions.”
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