Its roots in the sex trade contribute to the hyper-sexualization and fetishization of trans women, which can lead to increased social stigma and violence . Preferred Terminology
Terms for people who do not identify strictly as male or female. she male
The term reduces a person's entire identity to a combination of body parts rather than recognizing them as a whole human being. Its roots in the sex trade contribute to
By emphasizing "male" in the word, it undermines the gender identity of transgender women , suggesting they are not "real" women but a hybrid category. she male
In respectful conversation, the following terms are the standard for describing individuals whose gender identity does not align with their sex assigned at birth:
A woman who was assigned male at birth.