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10 Language-to-English DictionariesDago
/ˈdeɪ.ɡoʊ/Comprehensive Definitions & Senses
2 senses- 1
A derogatory term for a person of Spanish or Italian descent.
"Using the term 'dago' in conversation can be highly offensive and is considered a racial slur." - 2
An informal term used in some contexts to refer to a person from a Mediterranean country.
"In some regions, the term 'dago' might be used more casually among friends, though it still carries a risk of being offensive."
Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology
The term 'dago' is believed to have originated in the early 20th century, derived from the Spanish name 'Diego', which was commonly used to refer to Spanish or Italian immigrants in the United States. It has evolved into a derogatory term used to describe people of Hispanic or Italian descent, reflecting historical prejudices and stereotypes.
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10 Global Lexicons: How "Dago" is said worldwide
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Dago
Transliteration: Dago
"Le terme 'dago' est considéré comme offensant."
Dago
Transliteration: Dago
"Das Wort 'dago' ist beleidigend."
Dago
Transliteration: Dago
"Il termine 'dago' è considerato offensivo."
Dago
Transliteration: Dago
"El término 'dago' se considera ofensivo."
Dago
Transliteration: Dago
"O termo 'dago' é considerado ofensivo."
डैगो
Transliteration: Dago
"शब्द 'डैगो' अपमानजनक माना जाता है।"
达戈
Transliteration: Dá gē
"词语'达戈'被认为是冒犯性的。"
다고
Transliteration: Dago
"용어 '다고'는 모욕적인 것으로 간주됩니다."
ダゴ
Transliteration: Dago
"用語 'ダゴ' は侮辱的と見なされます。"
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