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Gendern
/ˈɡɛndɐn/
to use gender-inclusive language
Man sollte beim Schreiben gendern, um alle Geschlechter einzubeziehen.
One should use gender-inclusive language when writing to include all genders.
formal
To use gender-inclusive language, often by employing gender-neutral or gender-diverse forms to avoid binary gender assumptions.
Die Firma hat beschlossen, in ihren offiziellen Dokumenten zu gendern.
The company has decided to use gender-inclusive language in its official documents.
Commonly used in German-speaking countries to promote inclusivity in language.
Collocations
geschlechtergerecht gendernto gender in a gender-just waybeim Schreiben gendernto gender when writing
Related Phrases
Pro Tip
Common Symbols
In German, symbols like the gender asterisk (*) or colon (:) are often used to indicate gender inclusivity.
Gold Rule
Consistency
When gendern, ensure consistency in the use of gender-inclusive symbols or forms throughout a text.
Word Origin
Derived from the noun 'Gender' (gender) and the verb suffix '-ern' (to do something in a specific way).
Usage Notes
Gendern is a relatively recent practice in German, aimed at making language more inclusive for non-binary and gender-diverse individuals. It is often debated in public discourse.
Word Breakdown
Gender
gender
root-ern
to do something in a specific way
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