What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
goonda
Example
The police arrested the goonda for his involvement in the recent robbery. [goonda: noun]
Example
He was known to be a goonda who terrorized the neighborhood with his gang. [goonda: adjective]
gangster
Example
The gangster was arrested for his involvement in the drug trade. [gangster: noun]
Example
He was known to be a gangster who ruled the streets with an iron fist. [gangster: adjective]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Gangster is more commonly used than goonda in everyday language, particularly in Western countries where the term is more widely recognized.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between goonda and gangster?
Both goonda and gangster are informal terms and are not typically used in formal contexts.
