The word “Nigger” is one of the most divisive remarks in the English language. It was initially used in the 1880’s, and since then the term has endured, becoming an extreme disrespectful, racial term. Many people believe that this word should be banned from the English dictionary, and should never be stated, while another group contends that it should be expressed in a renewed form and in a non-harmful way. I believe this word should be said as constructive and often as possible because, using it more frequently has social and educational advantages.
This powerful meaning of the “N” word, shouldn’t in any way be used as a slur and only be said when talking about historical backgrounds. This controversial word has embedded itself into the …show more content…
The only way a word is racist if it is used with discriminatory intent and understood that way. For example, take the word “eggplant.” The word originally was used by Italians and other Europeans but since then has spread. By itself, “eggplant” is not offense; however, the term can become disrespectful depending on the situation. The usage of this word as a slur refers to one of two situations: an elderly, bald black man, or a shaved, polished black man. The usage originated from the claim that African Americans can be so dark they are almost purple, reminding those who used the term of eggplants. Another similar example is the word “Coon," which initially isn’t offensive, is widely known to mean raccoon or the alternate name of a type of domestic cat. But when used as a racial slur towards African Americans, it refers to them as thieves, as the stereotype associated with them is that they are dark and tend to steal and run, much like a raccoon might. There are a list of terms with hidden double meanings that generate the same mood when used as the two examples given. The common dispute about this word almost not exists by person saying the “N” word, but then again taking more importantly, the approach and relevance when either correctly using the word or
This powerful meaning of the “N” word, shouldn’t in any way be used as a slur and only be said when talking about historical backgrounds. This controversial word has embedded itself into the …show more content…
The only way a word is racist if it is used with discriminatory intent and understood that way. For example, take the word “eggplant.” The word originally was used by Italians and other Europeans but since then has spread. By itself, “eggplant” is not offense; however, the term can become disrespectful depending on the situation. The usage of this word as a slur refers to one of two situations: an elderly, bald black man, or a shaved, polished black man. The usage originated from the claim that African Americans can be so dark they are almost purple, reminding those who used the term of eggplants. Another similar example is the word “Coon," which initially isn’t offensive, is widely known to mean raccoon or the alternate name of a type of domestic cat. But when used as a racial slur towards African Americans, it refers to them as thieves, as the stereotype associated with them is that they are dark and tend to steal and run, much like a raccoon might. There are a list of terms with hidden double meanings that generate the same mood when used as the two examples given. The common dispute about this word almost not exists by person saying the “N” word, but then again taking more importantly, the approach and relevance when either correctly using the word or