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cisgender
/ˈsɪsˈdʒɛndər/
What does "cisgender" mean in English?
not transgenderShe identifies as cisgender.
She identifies with the gender she was assigned at birth.
How to use "cisgender" correctly: definitions and examples in English?
formal
A person whose gender identity matches the sex they were assigned at birth
Cisgender people often face different social expectations than transgender individuals.
People who identify as cisgender may experience societal norms that differ from those experienced by transgender people.
The term is used to distinguish from transgender identities and to acknowledge gender diversity.
Collocations
cisgender privilegeadvantages experienced by people whose gender identity aligns with their assigned sexcisgender man/womana man or woman whose gender identity matches their assigned sex
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Pro Tip
Avoid assumptions
Not all people who appear to be cisgender may identify that way, so it's important to respect individual self-identification.
Gold Rule
Respect self-identification
Always use the terms a person prefers to describe their gender identity.
Word Origin
From Latin 'cis-' (on this side) + 'gender'. Coined in the late 20th century to describe people whose gender identity matches their birth-assigned sex.
Usage Notes
The term is used in discussions about gender identity, LGBTQ+ issues, and social equity. It is not typically used to describe oneself unless in a context discussing gender identity.
Word Breakdown
cis-
on this side
prefixgender
social and cultural roles associated with being male or female
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