Tziganes is a term used to describe a group of people referred to as the Romani people, who are known to have originated from India. This word is often used interchangeably with terms such as Roma, Rom, Gypsy, or traveller. However, each of these words has a slightly different meaning and can be perceived differently by different communities. Some people prefer to use the term Roma or Rom, as it is believed to be a more polite way of referring to this group of people. Nevertheless, it is always essential to ask people which term they prefer to use to avoid causing any offence or misunderstanding.