noun
yakuza member; gangster; mobster
Refers to a member of a Japanese organized crime syndicate, or more broadly to a hoodlum or racketeer. The term can also imply involvement in gambling or other underworld activities.
彼はやくざの組長だ。
He is a yakuza boss.
あの映画はやくざの抗争を描い
That movie depicts a yakuza conflict.
na-adjective, noun
useless; worthless; good-for-nothing
Used as an adjectival noun to describe something or someone as trashy, worthless, or of no use. Often carries a strong negative connotation.
こんなやくざな仕事はもうやめたい。
I want to quit this worthless job.
彼はやくざな人間だ。
He is a good-for-nothing person.