Alert! 18 Taboo Phrases Men Must Never Utter to Women
You're too emotional
This phrase can dismiss a woman's feelings and imply that her emotions are invalid or exaggerated.
You should smile more
Telling a woman to smile implies that her appearance is more important than her comfort or emotions, and can be perceived as patronizing.
You're too sensitive
Dismissing a woman's emotions by labeling her as overly sensitive undermines her experiences and feelings.
You're just like
Making generalizations about women based on stereotypes can be demeaning and perpetuate harmful biases.
You're pretty for a
This backhanded compliment suggests that the woman doesn't meet the expected beauty standards of her group, reinforcing stereotypes and potentially causing offense.
You're overreacting
Invalidating a woman's reaction or feelings can minimize her experiences and discourage open communication.
You're just being hormonal
Blaming a woman's emotions on her hormonal state can be dismissive and undermine the validity of her feelings.
You're not like other girls
This phrase can pit women against each other, implying that some behaviors or traits are superior or inferior to others, creating divisions and reinforcing stereotypes.