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男性
dansei
male
彼は男性です。
He is a male.
general
An adult human male; a man.
その会社には多くの男性社員がいます。
The company has many male employees.
Often used in formal or official contexts to specify gender.
Related Phrases
Pro Tip
Gender Specification
Use '男性' when specifying gender in formal contexts, such as surveys or official documents.
Word Origin
Composed of '男' (male) and '性' (gender/sex).
Usage Notes
In formal contexts, '男性' is preferred over '男' to avoid sounding overly direct or informal.
Word Breakdown
男
male
root性
gender/sex
suffix和英辞典