Ultimate English Grammar, Vocabulary, and Names Database
Masculine and Feminine Gender List
Here’s a handy primer on grammatical gender pairs in English. Many nouns have traditional masculine–feminine counterparts, especially titles, roles, and animal names. Some of these pairs are everyday usage (king/queen), while others are old-fashioned or region-specific (authoress, mayoress) and may be avoided in modern, gender-neutral writing (e.g., “actor” for any gender). Animal terms often distinguish sex for adults and young. Use this list to refresh memory, teach basics, or cross-check forms. When writing today, consider audience and context—and prefer neutral alternatives where clarity isn’t lost. The shortened tables below offer quick reference, with a link cue to explore full lists.
