black
Black person (informal)
noun adjective BLAK Rare
Origin: English 'black'
Usage Note
Black (also spelled black) is an informal, generally neutral-to-positive self-identifier used in French, particularly in music and youth culture, borrowed from English. It is less clinical than personne noire but register-sensitive — context and speaker identity matter. Learners should exercise caution and follow the lead of native speakers.
Examples
"Ce festival célèbre la musique black."
Natural Translation
This festival celebrates Black music.
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