Cigaretu

Cigaretu is a term that may be used to refer to a cigarette, a small roll of finely cut tobacco wrapped in paper that is designed to be burned and inhaled. In standard Romanian, the common word is țigarete (plural) or țigară (singular); "cigaretu" appears only as a nonstandard or dialectal form and is rarely used in formal writing.

Overview: A cigarette typically consists of tobacco packed into a cylindrical paper wrapper, often with a filter at one end. Most cigarettes are machine-made and come in many varieties, including regular, light or mild, menthol, and flavored versions. The tobacco blend and additives vary by country and brand and influence burn rate, flavor, and nicotine delivery.

Health and regulation: Smoking cigarettes delivers nicotine, tar, carbon monoxide and other toxicants. Regular use is associated with increased risk of cardiovascular disease, various cancers, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease and other health problems. Many countries regulate cigarettes through warning labels, advertising restrictions, age limits, placement restrictions, and excise taxes to deter use and fund public health measures.

Manufacture and disposal: Cigarettes are produced in large-scale factories that process tobacco, blend leaves, apply paper wrappers and filters, and package finished products. After use, cigarette butts contribute to environmental pollution; filters contain plastics and other materials that resist degradation and can persist in the environment for years.

Cultural and economic aspects: Cigarettes represent a major global industry with substantial employment and tax revenue, as well as significant public health costs. Attitudes toward smoking have shifted in many regions toward stricter regulation and smoke-free norms.