Niger (en. Niger)
/niʒɛʁ/
Synonyms
- noir
- afro-américain
- personne de couleur
Slang Meanings
Used among friends in certain cultures.
He called him 'my niger' in a friendly manner.
Il l'a appelé 'mon niger' d'une manière amicale.
A reclaimed term in specific contexts.
In some movements, saying 'niger' is an act of cultural reclamation.
Dans certains mouvements, dire 'niger' est un acte de réclamation culturelle.