Cis

usgb/sɪs/
adjective

This is a Latin term meaning 'on the side of'. In modern usage, it often relates to gender and refers to someone whose gender identity corresponds with the sex they were assigned at birth.

She is cisgender, she identifies with her birth sex.
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Often appears as...

  • cisgender male
  • cisgender female
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Gender Identity

Understand 'cis' relates to a person's core sense of their own gender matching their birth sex.

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His cis identity means his gender expression aligns with masculine traits from birth.
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Not 'Trans'

'Cis' is often used in contrast to 'trans', which relates to identities not matching birth sex.

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As a cisgender woman, she doesn't experience the same issues as a transgender peer.
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Context Awareness

Usually used in discussions about gender identity, rights, or inclusivity.

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The form asked if she was cis or trans to ensure inclusivity.
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