ciganiem
Ciganiem is a term that appears in some Romanian-language sources to refer to the Roma people. In contemporary Romanian usage, the ethnonym most often preferred is Romani or Rom, while the older term țigan (plural țigani) is widely recognized as historical or pejorative in many contexts. Because language and perception vary by region and time, ciganiem is not the standard name for the group in official discourse.
The Romanian term is linked to exonyms used for Roma across Europe, such as the French tzigane
The Roma are a diverse, transnational ethnic group living across Europe and beyond. In many countries, they
Romani, the traditional language of the Roma, comprises multiple dialects and is often spoken alongside majority
History and contemporary issues
Roma history includes centuries of migration and settlement, along with periods of discrimination and persecution, including