racismo
“racismo” means “racism” in Spanish (discrimination or prejudice based on race).
racism
Also: racial prejudice
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El racismo no tiene lugar en nuestra escuela.
A2Racism has no place in our school.
Mucha gente lucha para eliminar el racismo en el deporte.
B1Many people fight to eliminate racism in sports.
Es importante identificar las raíces del racismo sistémico.
C1It is important to identify the roots of systemic racism.
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📚 Etymology▼
From the Spanish word 'raza' (race), which likely comes from Italian 'razza', combined with the ending '-ismo' which is used to name a belief, system, or practice.
First recorded: 19th century
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'racismo' masculine or feminine?
It is masculine: 'el racismo'.
Does the word change if I'm talking about a woman?
The word 'racismo' (the concept) never changes. However, the word for a person, 'racista', stays the same for both men and women (un hombre racista / una mujer racista).
How is 'racismo' pronounced differently in Spain?
In Spain, the 'c' sounds like the 'th' in 'thin'. In Latin America, it sounds like the 's' in 'sun'.