English is not as gendered as other European languages, but there are example of when we use different words for males and females. Let's make sure we always get it right!
Gendered nouns in English
policeman
policewoman
police officer
Pick the correct answer
Does your language have different words depending on the gender of the person?
Prejudice, stereotyping, or discrimination, typically against women, on the basis of sex.
comedienne = barely used
A woman might call herself an "actor".
Gender neutral job titles
postal worker
firefighter
police officer
flight attendant
Men are called "nurses" and "midwives".
Woman can be called "fishermen".
English is a bit of a mess with this, but it is evolving.
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