In a conversation, James brings up the term "Hottentots," referring to the past usage of the name for the Khoi people in Africa. He highlights how language evolves alongside culture and identity, particularly emphasizing the need for the Germans to abandon their elaborate term "Hottentotenpotentatenstantenattentater," which has a humorous and convoluted meaning related to a fictional attack on a Hottentot potentate's aunt.

This exchange illustrates the shift from outdated and often derogatory labels to more respectful and accurate representations of indigenous communities. It reflects on the importance of acknowledging and using terms that honor the history and identities of people, advocating for a change in terminology as part of recognizing their dignity and cultural heritage.