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To explore how gender is represented in French and to propose neutral gender solutions.

April 12, 2026

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To explore how gender is represented in French and to propose neutral gender solutions.
Analysis of gender manifestation in French language systems
Review of recent neutral gender proposals
Discussion of new solutions for inclusive language
Identified existing challenges in gender representation in French
Reviewed various forms proposed for neutral gender
Presented innovative solutions aimed at simplifying gender language use

Abstract

In this article, we look at how gender manifests itself in different language systems, with a particular focus on French. This is part of a wider reflection on the issues of gender representation (on several levels). We examine the use and creation of a neutral gender in French, and analyze the forms proposed in this field in recent years, before proposing new solutions.

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Hanne Leth Andersen

France Rousset

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Revue Romane Langue et littérature International Journal of Romance Languages and Literatures

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University of Geneva

Roskilde University

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