🇬🇧🇪🇸 racism - racismo : English Lesson

Meaning of "racism" ("racismo"), detailed definition, and a short video lesson below.

Racism happens when someone believes that people with certain skin colors or backgrounds are better or worse than others. It is unfair and unkind because all people deserve to be treated with respect, no matter how they look or where they are from.

Watch and listen to this English flashcard to understand the word in more detail, with an easy example sentence.

Tim said, “Racism is like saying only blue crayons can color the sky, but we all know orange, pink, and purple work too!”

Racism makes no sense—after all, ice cream comes in different colors, and we love them all!

Speaking up against racism helps make the world a better and more equal place for everyone.

Learning about different cultures can help reduce racism and promote understanding.

Racism is unfair, just like saying only people with brown eyes can play soccer.

On the playground a boy pushes a child away because of her skin color. She falls and cries. She feels racism. The teacher sees racism and stops the boys. "That was racism," she says. The boys learn racism hurts. One boy says sorry, helps her up, and the group plays together. They promise no more racism.

This word is at the B2 level, which means it’s used in more complex conversations and texts. It helps you discuss abstract ideas, express opinions clearly, and engage in discussions on a variety of topics, both personal and professional.

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