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Is it wrong to be an otaku or to use that word?

Google says it's a derogative term and it looks like even in some anime otaku characters are marked as ''weird''
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Rokasu · 36-40, M
Otaku is a derogatory word in Japan. In America, it’s a badge of honor. We have instead coined the term weeaboo which is equally as offensive to its Japanese counterpart.
Melpomene · 22-25, F
@Rokasu What's a ''weeaboo''? Like a creepy otaku?
Rokasu · 36-40, M
@Melpomene Same thing as an otaku but with the Japanese inflection. It fits the English language better to properly degrade people who love anime. It’s a pretty offensive term.
Melpomene · 22-25, F
@Rokasu Arigatou gozaimasu!
Rokasu · 36-40, M
@Melpomene De nada 🙂