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How to pronounce masculinity

nounB2
maaskyuhLIHnuhdee

/ˌmæs.kjəˈlɪ.nə.ɾi/

5 syllables · Stress the third syllable.

The qualities, behavior, and appearance that people traditionally connect with men.

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Meanings & examples

noun

The qualities, behavior, and appearance that people traditionally connect with men.

The film questions traditional ideas about masculinity.

Common phrases & grammar

traditional masculinity · toxic masculinity