Racial slurs are words or phrases that are used to insult, degrade or belittle a person because of their race. These terms can be deeply offensive and hurtful, often carrying historical baggage and connotations of superiority or inferiority based on skin color. Racial slurs can vary widely depending on the culture and context in which they are used, but generally include words such as "nigger," "chink," "spic," "kike" and others that target specific ethnic groups. The use of racial slurs is often seen as a manifestation of prejudice or hatred towards people who belong to different races, and can contribute to the perpetuation of stereotypes and social injustices.