If you rarely communicate with the younger generation and bypass online games, it's easy to get confused in modern terms. You can hear an unfamiliar word from children or a young colleague. Trying to figure out the meaning, to understand that it is gabella, and how to get out of it? Or is it worth enjoying? Perhaps some new item of clothing?
Historical interpretation, incorrect
A catchword, theoretically, can have Italian or French roots. In the indicated languages there are the words "havella" and "gabella", which mean:
- salt tax in France;
- salt warehouse;
- generally any tax.
Immediately felt negative connotation. Alas, such a decryption will be incorrect in most cases, if we are not talking about the hardships of life of a simple European merchant. But then what?
Interpretation slang, relevant
From time to time, you can turn on the broadcast of the next tournament or review the match and see the phrase: “That's it, gabella!” - what does the end of the game mean. So they say not about the actual end of the game session, but about the perception of the situation by the participants, the audience. They see no prospects, suggest a possible early loss and share experiences with their comrades.
The term also penetrates into all spheres of life where youth is in demand:
- at currency exchanges;
- on their cryptocurrency counterparts;
- at sports competitions, etc.
Where and why? Presumably, there was a "gabella" as a replacement for obscene language. The authorship is attributed to one of the commentators on the Counter Strike competition. Sponsors and organizers carefully monitor the slightest violations, therefore, the vocabulary appropriate in the children's and youthful environment found its fans, it spread widely. You can calmly swear or state a tough and uncontested outcome, remaining within the bounds of decency.
Ability to use
Do not forget that “gabella” is a slang word, it is not fixed in any dictionary. Teachers will indicate it as a mistake if you write in the essay, and parents and grandmothers will require clarification. Even among gamers, it is known to a few: fans of CS: GO, DotA2 and some other games. It is much easier to say: “This is the end / collapse!” So as not to mislead others.