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The Usage of Arabic Sexual Terms and Gender Discrimination in Lebanon

“…Gender discrimination is a prevalent social issue that involves unequal treatment and opportunities based on gender (United Nations Development Program, 2019). Discrimination through language use refers to the use of language to perpetuate gender stereotypes and discrimination (Bailey, 2020). This form of discrimination can occur in various ways, such as using gendered pronouns, titles, and honorifics that reinforce traditional gender roles (Angouri and Baxter, 2021), and the use of derogatory language and sexualized terms (Sylwander andGottzén, 2020).…”

“…This form of discrimination can occur in various ways, such as using gendered pronouns, titles, and honorifics that reinforce traditional gender roles (Angouri and Baxter, 2021), and the use of derogatory language and sexualized terms (Sylwander andGottzén, 2020). The impact of language use on gender discrimination has been extensively studied in recent years, and research has shown that language use can reinforce gender stereotypes and spread gender discrimination (Bailey, 2020). For instance, the use of gendered language in job advertisements can discourage women from applying for certain jobs (Gaucher et al, 2011), and the use of gendered language in performance evaluations can lead to biased evaluations of female employees (Nittle, 2021).…”