Unmasculine: meaning, definitions and examples
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unmasculine
[ สnหmรฆskjษlษหn ]
gendered behavior
The term 'unmasculine' refers to qualities, traits, or behaviors that are typically not associated with masculinity. This can mean appearing or acting in ways that are perceived as more feminine or displaying vulnerability. 'Unmasculine' often challenges traditional gender norms and expectations, suggesting a more inclusive understanding of gender identity. It reflects a broader societal shift towards recognizing diverse expressions of gender beyond the binary classification of male and female.
Synonyms
delicate, emotional, feminine, gentle, sensitive
Examples of usage
- He showed an unmasculine sensitivity.
- His unmasculine approach to parenting was refreshing.
- Admitting his fear felt unmasculine for him.
Translations
Translations of the word "unmasculine" in other languages:
๐ต๐น nรฃo masculino
๐ฎ๐ณ เคเฅเคฐ-เคชเฅเคฐเฅเคท
๐ฉ๐ช unmรคnnlich
๐ฎ๐ฉ tidak maskulin
๐บ๐ฆ ะฝะตะผะฐัะบัะปัะฝะฝะธะน
๐ต๐ฑ niemฤski
๐ฏ๐ต ้็ทๆง็
๐ซ๐ท non masculin
๐ช๐ธ no masculino
๐น๐ท erkek olmayan
๐ฐ๐ท ๋น๋จ์ฑ์
๐ธ๐ฆ ุบูุฑ ุฐููุฑู
๐จ๐ฟ nemuลพskรฝ
๐ธ๐ฐ nemuลพskรฝ
๐จ๐ณ ้็ทๆง็
๐ธ๐ฎ nemaskulinen
๐ฎ๐ธ ekki karlmannlegur
๐ฐ๐ฟ ะตัะบะตะบ ะตะผะตั
๐ฌ๐ช แแ แแแแแ แแแแแ
๐ฆ๐ฟ kiลiliksiz
๐ฒ๐ฝ no masculino
Etymology
The word 'unmasculine' combines the prefix 'un-' meaning 'not' with 'masculine', which has its roots in Middle French 'masculin' and Latin 'masculinus'. The Latin term derived from 'masculus', meaning 'male' or 'man', which is further traced to the root 'mas', related to male characteristics. The concept of masculinity has undergone significant evolution throughout history, with changing societal norms reshaping what it means to be masculine. In contemporary discourse, 'unmasculine' highlights the fluidity of gender roles and the idea that certain traits traditionally viewed as 'unmasculine' are natural and human qualities, applicable to all individuals regardless of gender. This term reflects a cultural movement towards dismantling rigid gendered expectations and embracing diversity in gender expression.