Fritz Slur

Is Fritz a slur?

Fritz is a slur used to describe Germans in a derogatory way.

Russians in WWII called Germans Fritzes, a common German name in those days (short for Friedrich). Also, Germany was ruled by several emperors (Kaiser) with the name Friedrich.

Fritz

The word Fritz is a racial slur that has been used historically to degrade and dehumanize germans. The word is still used by some people for this purpose, and it is seen as offensive and hurtful to germans. If you are unsure about whether or not it is appropriate to use the word Fritz, it is best to err on the side of caution and avoid using it in any situation.

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