Entity: JAPP
JAPP is a slang term with derogatory connotations, historically used as an offensive abbreviation for 'Japanese' in the United States. It has evolved to encompass different meanings, including a derogatory term for a person of Japanese descent, a slang term for having sex, and a stereotype for a wealthy Jewish girl from the East Coast.
JAPP
Etymology
JAPP is an English abbreviation of the word 'Japanese' that has been used in a derogatory manner.
Definition
JAPP is a slang term with derogatory connotations, encompassing offensive references to Japanese individuals, sexual activity, and a stereotype of wealthy Jewish girls.
Historical Context
In the United States, Japanese Americans have found the term offensive due to the internment they suffered during World War II. Before the attack on Pearl Harbor, JAPP was not considered primarily offensive.
Cultural Significance
JAPP has evolved to encompass different meanings, including a derogatory term for a person of Japanese descent, a slang term for having sex, and a stereotype for a wealthy Jewish girl from the East Coast.
Related Concepts
- Offensive slang
- Stereotyping
- Derogatory language
See Also
A derogatory slang term with various meanings, including offensive references to Japanese individuals, sexual activity, and a stereotype of wealthy Jewish girls.