Pronunciation: /jɑːˈkuːzə/
noun a member of a Japanese crime syndicate, similar to the Mafia
A1 The yakuza are a Japanese criminal organization.
A2 The yakuza are known for their strict codes of conduct and loyalty.
B1 The yakuza have been involved in various illegal activities such as gambling and extortion.
B2 The yakuza operate in a hierarchical structure with different ranks and responsibilities.
C1 The yakuza have a long history in Japan and have significant influence in certain sectors of society.
C2 The yakuza have been the subject of numerous books, movies, and documentaries exploring their criminal activities and culture.
adjective relating to the Japanese crime syndicate known as the Yakuza
A1 The yakuza boss was wearing a traditional Japanese outfit.
A2 The yakuza member had a tattoo of a dragon on his arm.
B1 The yakuza organization is known for its involvement in illegal activities.
B2 The yakuza syndicate operates in various regions across Japan.
C1 The yakuza have a complex hierarchy and code of conduct.
C2 The yakuza's influence extends beyond Japan and into other countries.
formal The yakuza is a well-organized and powerful criminal syndicate in Japan.
informal I heard that the yakuza are involved in a lot of illegal activities.
slang Don't mess with the yakuza, they are dangerous.
figurative The company's CEO was described as the yakuza of the business world, always making shady deals behind closed doors.
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