B2noun informal 5K

Gang

🇬🇧 UK /["/ɡæŋ/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/ɡæŋ/"]/

Meaning of Gang

an organized group of criminals

In simple words: A group of people, especially young people, who spend time together and may do bad things.

Gang in a sentence

• The gang of thieves was caught by the police during the raid.
• He is part of a cycling gang that meets every weekend.
• In the past, that gang was known for its notorious behavior in the city.
• She found herself a new gang of friends at school.
• The film depicted the struggles between rival gangs in the urban landscape.
• Back in the day, my gang used to hang out at the old diner.
• They organized a gang tournament to showcase their skills.
• He often refers to his close friends as his gang, even if they aren't troublemakers.

How to use Gang

The word 'gang' is often used to refer to groups that engage in criminal or disruptive activities. It's informal and can be used in both positive and negative contexts, but avoid using it in formal situations. 'Gang' can have varying connotations based on context, so be careful when using it.

Grammar pattern

gang + of + people

Memory hint

Think of 'gang' as a 'gangway' of friends, moving together, sometimes into trouble.

Related words

Collocations with Gang

• street
• local
• armed
• belong to
• join
• attack
• fight
• violence
• in a/​the gang
• gang of
• a member of a gang
• street
• local
• armed
• belong to
• join
• attack
• fight
• violence
• in a/​the gang
• gang of
• a member of a gang
• usual
• gang of
• one of the gang

Synonyms for Gang

• crew
• group
• mob
• clique
• band

Opposites of Gang

• solitude
• individual

Common mistakes with Gang

• Confusing 'gang' with 'group' — 'gang' often implies illegal activities.
• Using it in a formal context — 'gang' is informal.
• Not using it to refer to a specific group — be clear on which gang you're talking about.

Frequently asked questions about Gang

What does Gang mean?

A group of people, especially young people, who spend time together and may do bad things.

What is the definition of Gang?

an organized group of criminals

How do you use Gang in a sentence?

The gang of thieves was caught by the police during the raid.

Can you give another example of Gang?

He is part of a cycling gang that meets every weekend.

What are synonyms for Gang?

Common alternatives include crew, group, mob, clique, band.

What is the opposite of Gang?

Opposite meanings include solitude, individual.

What words go with Gang?

It commonly pairs with street, local, armed, belong to, join, attack, fight, violence, in a/​the gang, gang of, a member of a gang, street, local, armed, belong to, join, attack, fight, violence, in a/​the gang, gang of, a member of a gang, usual, gang of, one of the gang.

What are common mistakes when using Gang?

Confusing 'gang' with 'group' — 'gang' often implies illegal activities. Using it in a formal context — 'gang' is informal. Not using it to refer to a specific group — be clear on which gang you're talking about.

How do you pronounce Gang?

US: /["/ɡæŋ/"]/, UK: /["/ɡæŋ/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

Is Gang formal or informal?

"Gang" is informal, so it fits casual conversation with friends and family.

When should I use Gang?

The word 'gang' is often used to refer to groups that engage in criminal or disruptive activities. It's informal and can be used in both positive and negative contexts, but avoid using it in formal situations. 'Gang' can have varying connotations based on context, so be careful when using it.

What CEFR level is Gang?

"Gang" is at B2 level on the CEFR scale.