Define Nigga Meaning

Term used amongst African Americans to denote companionship, sort of like mate is used by Brits or cunt by Australians.

The spelling/pronunciation of nigga is intended to be different from the word nigger, which is generally considered to be supremely racist. Presumably the difference arises as a result of the non-rhoticity of African American Vernacular English (AAVE). This is somewhat ironic when one considers that the (white) southern dialect was nearly universally non-rhotic in the time when slavery was still legal, and that non-rhoticity is still present in the speech of many upper class, "old money" southerners, especially amongst the older generations (i.e. descendants of plantation owners).

Something I would get my ass kicked for saying.

Usually wrongly mistaken by a LOT of a people, the term "nigga" does not refer to black people.

The term is often used in the African-American community to refer to their close friends, inanimate objects, or anything really (except elder family members, out of respect). The term was originally coined to take away the negative connotation behind the word "nigger", which was constantly used to dehumanize African-Americans during times of slavery and strong prejudice.

Unfortunately, people of other races immediately think of "black people" and the negative stereotypes associated with them when they hear the term "nigga" which causes much dismay among the African-American community.

A derogatory word used by black people to retain (and exploit) their ancestors past as slaves. Many blacks claim it's a term of endearment (akin to brother, homie, etc), but in no way can it be as its root meaning is ignorance. It's another double standard of racism in our current time.

Slang term for homie, friend, buddy, etc., used primarily by African-Americans but has spread to other races as well;

from one black man to anothor meaning to say; homie, brotha..etc.

1. Another double standard is society.
Black-Black is okay as long as they are friends because then it can substitute for homie, dawg, bro etc. If mad, then it once again becomes unacceptable. However, no other race, ESPECIALLY caucasians, can use it without fear of it being taken offensively. Occasionally though, if the black likes another non-black person enough, then it can become acceptable. (Although they could both get in trouble if other blacks hear it)

2. Derived from the derogative term "nigger", usually connected as a condescending name from a white to a black person.

3. Also considered different from it's root word "nigger". This has been best defined from rap celebrity/legend Tupak Amaru Shakur who stated "Nigger - a black man with a slavery chain around his neck; Nigga - a black man with a gold chain on his neck."

A word used by blacks to maintain racial seperation and dwell on events over one hundred years ago.

A word that black people are too stupid to realize is a derogatory term for their race. Oh if you call me a nigger your racist, but if you call me nigga, we cool.

- noun (.n)
A word derived from the derogatory term "Nigger." Unlike the term Nigger, Nigga doesn't necessarily have the same meaning, and CAN be used by people of all races.

Differences between the two:

1) Nigger
(a) An Offensive term used to describe a person of any race or origin regarded as inferior. Especially used by lighter skinned people towards darker skinned people.
(b) Sometimes used to describe someone who lacks intelligence.

2) Nigga
Slang term that can be used to describe anyone close to you; no matter what race you are. Can be used to describe a friend, girlfriend, boyfriend or an enemy. Like the word Fuck, when used in different contexts, it can have a different meaning.

Advisory Warning: As long as the person whom you are speaking with understands where you are coming from, using the term "Nigga" instead of homie or friend is acceptable. Always chose your words wisely when speaking with strangers.