https://bugs.kde.org/show_bug.cgi?id=504742
Bug ID: 504742
Summary: The Solitaire variant "Zigeuner" in KPatience uses a
racially offensive and outdated term that should be
replaced with a neutral name.
Classification: Translations
Product: i18n
Version First unspecified
Reported In:
Platform: Other
OS: Linux
Status: REPORTED
Severity: normal
Priority: NOR
Component: de
Assignee: kde-i18n...@kde.org
Reporter: hadich...@icloud.com
Target Milestone: ---
STEPS TO REPRODUCE
1. Open KPatience.
2. See the list of available Solitaire variants.
3. Find and select the variant named "Zigeuner".
OBSERVED RESULT
The variant is named "Zigeuner", which is a racial slur against the Sinti and
Roma community. This term is widely considered offensive and inappropriate in
modern usage, especially in Germany and other European countries.
EXPECTED RESULT
The variant should be renamed to a culturally neutral and respectful term.
Suggestions include:
"Nomad"
"Wanderer"
A name based on the actual ruleset (if known, e.g. "Forty Thieves"-type)
Using the name of an ethnic group, particularly one historically subjected to
persecution, as a label for a game variant is inappropriate.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
The term "Zigeuner" has been officially recognized as discriminatory by
multiple governments and organizations.
https://www.romarchive.eu/en/terms/zigeuner/
It has been removed from public broadcasters, educational materials, and
institutional language use (e.g. by the German Press Council).
KDE should reflect inclusive language practices and avoid outdated and
offensive terminology.
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