The multiple meanings of the gender‐inclusive pronoun hen: Predicting attitudes and use

The Swedish gender‐inclusive pronoun hen can be used generically (referring to anyone), or specifically (referring to non‐binary gender identities). Three studies tested evaluations and use of hen, and individual‐level predictors. In Study 1 ( N = 2145), specific hen was slightly favoured over generic hen. In Study 2 ( N = 297), hen was more negatively evaluated than binary pronouns, and generic hen was more positively evaluated than specific...