Gender-Sex | Commonly Confused Words

Gender

/ˈdʒendə/

A term used to describe the social and cultural differences, roles, and expectations associated with being male, female, or non-binary

The gender pay gap remains a pressing issue globally.Children should learn about gender diversity early on.She is a prominent gender studies scholar.

This word has no antonyms

/seks/

Refers to either the biological classification of living beings as male or female or the physical activity related to reproduction

He had sex with his girlfriend.It was a school for all ages, and for both sexes.She did not like sex.

This word has no antonyms

Sex typically refers to biological differences between males and females, such as genitalia and genetic differences.
Gender is more about roles, behaviors, activities, and societal expectations associated with being male or female.
Consider sex as something you're born with and gender as something that is socially constructed.
Cultural beliefs and identity often influence one's gender, while sex is often determined at birth.
Remember that gender is more about personal identity and expression.