Yes, the term "boat people" can be considered derogatory when used to describe refugees or migrants who arrive by sea, as it can dehumanize individuals and reduce their complex experiences to a simplistic label. While it originated to refer to specific groups, particularly Vietnamese refugees in the 1970s, its use can perpetuate negative stereotypes. It's important to use more respectful language that acknowledges their humanity and the circumstances they face.
Some people use the word "Jew" in a derogatory manner, sometimes in the context of referring to issues of money. Other people use the word "Jew" to refer to persons of Jewish ethnicity with no derogatory intentions.
Ferryboat is a compound word for a boat that transports cars and people.
A ferryboat is a compound word for a boat that carries cars and people.
Whites, morenos, mulattos, and pretos... I don't think it's a derogatory remark since many people do describe themselves as "morenos".
Fresh off (the) boat. Derogatory term for immigrants.
A derogatory word for a homosexual
You should not make derogatory comments about him. After derogatory remarks about the principal were made, publication of the school newspaper was suspended.
no, its derogatory
humbling
Derogatory.
dreadful, derogatory, degrading
It is a derogatory word for a Promiscuous women.