Word Pronunciation & Dictionary

-nigger

Word Rarity Rare

Frequency: 3.35 in modern English

Syllables
-nig-ger
IPA
8
Scrabble Score
6
Letters
3
Syllables
5
Unique Chars

Meaning

suffix

Synonym of -fag.

Derogatory; Offensive

Example Sentences

Etymology

Suffixed from English nigger (“a contemptible person”). Dysphemistically modelled after -fag.

Usage

Synonyms

Questions

What does -nigger mean?
Synonym of -fag.
Where does -nigger come from?
Suffixed from English nigger (“a contemptible person”). Dysphemistically modelled after -fag.

How to pronounce -nigger

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