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How do I make sure I use the right pronouns for someone? And what if I mess up? Language can change quickly. Here's a guide to talking gender in its beautiful complexity.
From understanding how to use gender-neutral pronouns to knowing how to use the singular “they,” there are a number of ways cis people can show up for the trans people in their life simply by referring to us correctly. Read on to find a number of comprehensive guides to all things pronouns.
Personal pronouns in English have evolved beyond he, she, and the singular they. Here’s a guide to gender, non-binary, and other gender-neutral pronouns.
#1. Pronouns 101. What are pronouns? A pronoun is a word that refers to someone who is talking (like "me" or "you") or a person being talked about in the third person (like "she" or "him.") They're a way to talk about someone without using their name.
Pronouns can also be an important part of affirming and respecting a person’s gender identity. It’s important not to assume a person’s pronouns. He, she, or they could all refer to the same individual. For example: He is going to the store to buy apples. Those apples are his. She is going to the store to buy apples. Those apples are hers.
The pronouns she, her, and hers are gender-specific pronouns that are used to refer to someone who is usually a woman or girl or identifies as such. Learn more about she/her.
English Grammar For Dummies. The Beatles sang of “I, Me, Mine,” but understanding pronouns takes a little practice. Pronouns can be objective or subjective, and can show possession. You, me, him, her, them, us . . . everyone can speak and write more clearly by understanding pronouns.