What Does "at least this is not another ghetto place" Mean?
Learn what "at least this is not another ghetto place" means, when people say it, and how to use it naturally in English.
At least this is not another ghetto place.
It means the speaker is relieved that this place seems better than a previous bad one, but the wording is offensive.
From The Chauffeur, Episode 26
When do people say this?
Scene Context
Someone is making a dismissive comment about a neighborhood or place.
Usage Scenario
Use caution: the word choice is highly insensitive and can sound prejudiced. It is not appropriate in polite conversation.
Better ways to say it
At least this place is better.
This is not as bad as the other place.
At least it's not a dump.
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