No. 2,721 in Portuguese
racismo
Racismo: prejudice or discrimination against individuals based on their race or ethnicity.
In a sentence
O racismo impede o progresso social.
Racism hinders social progress.
Here, 'racismo' refers abstractly to the concept or phenomenon of racism.
Devemos combater o racismo em todas as suas formas.
We must fight racism in all its forms.
In this sentence, 'racismo' is used to denote the multiple manifestations or appearances of racial discrimination.
O racismo é uma atitude que deve ser rejeitada.
Racism is an attitude that must be rejected.
'Racismo' in this usage emphasizes the personal or societal mindset associated with discrimination based on race.
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