Como Pronunciar "negro"

word

/ˈniɡɹoʊ/

NEE-groh

/nˈiːɡɹəʊ/

NEE-groh

Definição

An old term for a Black person, now considered offensive and inappropriate in modern English. Historically used in literature and by institutions, but now replaced by respectful terms like 'Black' or 'African American'.

Transcrição IPA

Inglês Americano

/ˈniɡɹoʊ/

Inglês Britânico

/nˈiːɡɹəʊ/

Pronúncia Simplificada

EUA

NEE-groh

Ouça em Contexto

The word negro was used in old books but is now considered offensive.

Do not use negro when talking about race.

Some museums explain the history of the term negro.

In the past, people used negro, but now it's recognized as a slur.