Multiculturalism Vocabulary

noun a community or population made up of people who share a common cultural background or heritage

• The government recognized the rights of each ethnic group within the country.
• Our neighborhood is very diverse, with people from different ethnic groups living here.
• I love trying food from different ethnic groups, it's always so flavorful.
• In the world of music, each genre can be seen as its own ethnic group with unique characteristics.

noun a person of mixed European and Asian descent

adjective relating to or characteristic of Europe and Asia

• The Eurasian economic union aims to promote economic integration among member countries.
• My friend has a Eurasian background, with a mix of European and Asian heritage.
• That new restaurant serves a fusion cuisine that's totally Eurasian!
• The novel explores the Eurasian identity of the protagonist, caught between two worlds.

verb to make or become more Hispanic in character or culture

• The organization aims to Hispanicize the workforce by promoting diversity and inclusion.
• She wants to Hispanicize her wardrobe by incorporating more colorful and vibrant pieces.
• Let's Hispanicize this party by playing some reggaeton music and serving traditional Latin American dishes.
• The artist sought to Hispanicize his artwork by drawing inspiration from his cultural heritage.

noun A person's background or ancestry that includes two distinct cultural or ethnic origins.

• She comes from a family with a dual heritage, embracing both of her cultural backgrounds.
• My friend has a dual heritage, her mom is from Italy and her dad is from Japan.
• I didn't know you had a dual heritage, that's pretty cool!
• His music reflects his dual heritage, blending traditional sounds with modern influences.

noun a person of African descent living in America

adjective relating to or characteristic of Americans of African descent

• The African-American community has made significant contributions to American culture.
• My best friend is African-American and we love trying out different cuisines together.
• Did you see that new movie with the African-American lead actor? It's getting great reviews.
• The history of African-American struggle for civil rights is a powerful reminder of the importance of equality.