Feminine gay

The use of she/her pronouns by cisgender gay men, along with words such as "girl" or "honey," is a long-standing and increasingly visible practice. For many gay men, using these words with their friends is a way of embracing femininity and showing vulnerability or affection to others who share their identities.

Psychology study finds both gay men and heterosexual men prefer masculine over feminine gay men for a high-status role, suggesting feminine gay men may face implicit discrimination in the workplace.