German Word · Intermediate
Babo
A boss, especially in a gang or criminal organisation
Pronunciation: say Babo
Meaning
A boss, especially in a gang or criminal organisation.
Example
Als Bahnbabo wurde Straßenbahnfahrer Peter Wirth zur lokalen Kultfigur und zum Social-Media-Star.
As the "Rail Boss", tram driver Peter Wirth became a local cult figure and social media star.
Practice tips
- Practice Babo out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this German word is for intermediate-level learners.