What is another word for darkie?
Pronunciation: [dˈɑːki] (IPA) 
The word "darkie" is a derogatory and offensive term used to refer to people of dark skin color. It has a long history of being used as a racial slur and is deeply hurtful to those it targets. There are numerous synonyms for the word "darkie" that are more acceptable and respectful, such as "person of color", "black person", "African American", "Afro-Caribbean", "Afro-Latino", "brown-skinned person", "dark-skinned person" and "melanated person". Using these terms acknowledges and respects the diversity and richness of different cultures and avoids perpetuating harmful stereotypes and racist attitudes.
