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Past Insider | History on Instagram: "The "Negus" incident from the 2009 Scripps National Spelling Bee has become one of the most enduring viral moments in the competition's history. For 12-year-old Andrew Lay, the tension wasn't just about the difficulty of the spelling, but the phonetic similarity of the word to a racial slur, leading to a visible moment of hesitation that resonated with millions of viewers. follow @PastInsider for more The word "Negus" (pronounced /neɪɡəs/) originates from th

@funnyclips_hunter on Instagram: "In this archival clip from the 2007 Scripps National Spelling Bee, 12-year-old contestant Andrew Lay is tasked with spelling the word "negus." Visibly hesitant and cautious due to the word's phonetic similarity to a racial slur, Andrew carefully asks for the language of origin (Amharic) and the definition (a king or sovereign of Ethiopia) to ensure he understands the context. After several clarifications and a deep breath, he correctly spells the word—N-E-G-U-S—

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