Avoid using 'kaffir' as it is extremely disrespectful and can cause serious offense.

Highly Offensive

Understand it's a historical term tied to apartheid, a time of racial segregation in South Africa.

Historical Context

Be aware of the setting when discussing historical texts where 'kaffir' may appear.

Context Awareness

Know that when used in cooking, 'kaffir' refers to lime used in Asian cuisines without causing offense.

Culinary Use

Realize 'kaffir' lime is a specific type of lime with a distinct taste and aroma.

Specific Ingredient

It's a key ingredient in Southeast Asian dishes, adding a unique flavor.

Essential in Cuisine

'Kaffir' corn refers to a type of sorghum, not related to the offensive term.

Crop Type

In agriculture, 'kaffir' is not derogatory but a crop name.

Agricultural Term

 the team have arrived at the location where the orangutan is being kept and despite the palatial surroundings Maya the situation is worse than some kaffir