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No. They prefer to be called Romanies."

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No, it is not preferred to refer to the Roma people as "Gypsies" as it is considered a derogatory term stemming from stereotypes and historical discrimination. "Roma" or "Romani" is the preferred term to use when referring to this ethnic group.

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