Examples Of The Word Nigger

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Register to read the introduction… What this means is that anyone who says the word "nigger" that's a race other than black does not appreciate the privilege, and furthermore has not the right to use it. This can be agreeable if you think in terms of culture and experience. This is not just a word; this is actual African American history on the spot. By being African American, one has the right to say the word. The meaning of the word is actually deeper than just a greeting. Despite some peoples feelings about who can use it, there still a number of people with mixed emotion about the subject. In a passage I read in Data collection 2, one narrator started off his reply by explaining how comfortable he is with the …show more content…
And perhaps, there is still some harsh meaning behind the word. Although there are instances where white people use the word positively, it is still unacceptable for them to refer to anyone as a "nigger". Usually if this is done, there will be negative reactions to its usage. Through our personal experiences and from the information provided in this text, we know that the word "nigger" is not meant to be disrespectful to another individual, but does that make it okay for other races to use the word "nigger"? The answer, of course, is no. The word "nigger" has fortunately evolved from a vicious slur to a friendly gesture. But a friendly gesture for whom? Although it may be accepted in certain cities, by certain age groups, the word "nigger" will always be surrounded by controversy. The history will always be remembered, and as long as a person of different race uses the word, it will surely be

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