Tejas / Spanglish
Ganga
Used when discussing organized crime or gang-related activities.
Literal Meaning
A major river in northern India that flows into the Bay of Bengal
Actual Meaning
Criminal group - from English
Examples in Context

Cuidado con ese grupo; ellos se hacen llamar la ganga.

Escuché que la ganga en nuestro vecindario se está volviendo más activa.

La policía está siguiendo las actividades de la ganga local.

Helpful Tips
  • 1In informal conversations, the term 'ganga' may come up in discussions about crime or safety, so be attentive to the context.
  • 2People might use 'ganga' casually among friends, but be cautious—it's not always meant lightly and can indicate serious issues.
  • 3If someone mentions 'ganga' when talking about a group of people, it usually refers to a specific organization involved in illegal activities rather than just any social group.
Phrase Thesaurus
Similar words and synonyms for this phrase
gang
mob
crew
syndicate
cartel
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