BIPOC
/bipok/from spelling rules
The English phrase bipoc can be expressed in Spanish as BIPOC.
How do you pronounce it?
/bipok/
Did you know?
- The concept of 'BIPOC' is often contested in Latin America because the region's complex mestizaje (racial mixing) makes it difficult to apply categories based on the US census.
- While BIPOC is used in the Americas, it is rarely encountered in Spain, where discussions of race often focus on different colonial histories and internal migrants.
- In many Spanish-speaking contexts, activists prefer using descriptive phrases like personas racializadas instead of English-derived acronyms to ensure clarity and cultural nuance.
Examples in context
- Es fundamental reconocer y valorar la diversidad de personas Negras, Indígenas y de Color en nuestra sociedad.It is fundamental to recognize and value the diversity of Black, Indigenous, and People of Color in our society.
- Buscamos autores que pertenezcan a la comunidad BIPOC.We are looking for authors who belong to the BIPOC community.
- Ella es una activista BIPOC muy influyente.She is a very influential BIPOC activist.
Example conversation
Two colleagues are discussing a diversity initiative for their office.
- DanielDeberíamos contratar a más consultores BIPOC.We should hire more BIPOC consultants.
- ElenaEstoy de acuerdo, Daniel.I agree, Daniel.
- Daniel¿Sabes de alguien que encaje con el perfil?Do you know anyone who fits the profile?
- ElenaSí, conozco a una experta BIPOC excelente.Yes, I know an excellent BIPOC expert.
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
