Como Pronunciar "wetbacks"
word
ˈwɛtˌbæks
WET-baks
wˈɛtbæks
WET-baks
Definição
An extremely offensive and derogatory term for Mexican immigrants who enter the United States illegally, especially by crossing rivers. It is an ethnic slur and should never be used.
Transcrição IPA
Inglês Americano
ˈwɛtˌbæks
Inglês Britânico
wˈɛtbæks
Pronúncia Simplificada
EUA
WET-baks
UK
WET-baks
Ouça em Contexto
The word wetbacks is considered extremely offensive in English.
People should never use terms like wetbacks to describe others.
Many organizations work to eliminate words like wetbacks from public speech.
When debating immigration policy, it's important not to use slurs like wetbacks.