Spanish Speaker REFUSES to ‘Destroy’ Language for Non-Binary Friend

Imagine having a close friend who recently came out as non-binary, and you’re all for supporting them and using their preferred pronouns. But what if they start pushing for a complete overhaul of the language you all speak? That’s the dilemma one person is facing in their friend group, where the non-binary friend is insisting on using inclusive language for EVERYTHING in Spanish, a language that doesn’t have a neutral article. Is it a fair request, or is it taking things too far? Let’s dive into this linguistic conundrum! ️‍♀️

A Friend’s New Identity ️‍

The Language Struggle

Examples of Inclusive Language

No More ‘Hola Chicos’

Torturous Texts

Divided Opinions

Language Preservation

Language Battle: Support vs. Preservation

So, our protagonist is in a bit of a pickle. They’re all for supporting their non-binary friend, but the friend’s insistence on using inclusive language for everything is causing some serious friction in the group. ️ The non-binary friend wants to change the way they all speak Spanish, even altering words like ‘chair,’ ‘shoe,’ and ‘cat’ to fit their idea of inclusivity. This has led to some heated debates and divided opinions among the friends. ‍♂️ ‍♀️ While some think it’s just a phase and they should play along, others (including our protagonist) believe it’s going too far and ruining the beauty of the Spanish language. So, what does the internet have to say about this linguistic showdown? Let’s check out the top responses!

Respecting personal pronouns is inclusive. Not rewriting language. NTA.

Asserting boundaries for language isn’t an attack on identity

Respecting pro-nouns is one thing, changing language is another. #NTA

Spanish speaker receives NTA for not using non-binary language.

NTA calls out narcissism of demanding language change.

Defending language’s gender specificity isn’t unreasonable. NTA

Respecting identities without forcing participation, NTA comment.

NTA thinks rewriting language for non-binary people is stupid.

Support for not forcing gender neutrality on objects in language

Spanish speaker stands up for language’s gendered nature. NTA.

Respecting preferred pronouns is important, but neutralizing every noun trivializes it. #NTA

Non-binary Spanish speakers may offer valuable insight. Respectful comment.

Respecting pronouns but still NTA according to nonbinary commenter

Spanish speaker refuses to modify language for non-binary friend

Spanish speaker defends language against non-binary friend’s expectations

NTA. Savage response to ignorant gender non-conformity advocate

Is inclusivity selective? Commenter raises a valid point.

Trans individual defends Spanish speaker, calls out harmful behavior.

Respectful language doesn’t need to be rewritten. NTA wins

Language inclusivity debate sparks strong opinions and resistance

Grammar over gender: NTA refuses non-binary friend’s request

Russian speaker explains gendered language and supports OP’s stance.

Addressing groups as chiques or amigues is more inclusive

Spanish language’s gendered grammar causes debate in comment section.

User shares a similar experience and calls it dumb. NTA.

Sassy clapback shuts down non-binary language debate

Proud of language and against unnecessary changes for peculiarities

Using preferred pronouns is kind, but butchering a language is absurd #NTA

Resisting gender-neutral language for non-human things, NTA wins.

Defending Spanish language authenticity against non-binary language policing.

Live and let live goes two ways. NAH

Defending gendered language, calling for maturity and acceptance. NTA.

Linguistics expert explains gendered pronouns and supports NTA stance

Spanish speaker stands up for language and earns NTA judgment

Spanish speaker stands up against forced language inclusivity. NTA.

NTA. Real Academia Española rejected use of gender-neutral ‘e’.

Defending gendered Spanish language mechanics, NTA comment.

Spanish speaker defends language, criticizes inclusive language as ‘joke’.

Respecting LGBTQ+ friends but refusing to alter native language

Choosing not to use inclusive language is a personal choice

NTA stands up for language preservation and individual responsibility.

Transman supports using preferred pronouns, opposes gender-neutral language overhaul. NTA

Using ‘x’ in Spanish is giving the language a bad influence

Gendered language is common in many languages, including English and Spanish.

Defending use of masculine in Spanish

Redditor shares frustration over hypocrisy in accepting choices and lifestyles.

Greek-speaking girlfriend can’t change language for non-binary partner ‍♀️ ‍♂️

Defending Spanish language against unnecessary alterations for inclusivity.

Accepting pronouns is one thing, but changing entire language? NTA

Refusal to ‘destroy’ language for non-binary friend sparks debate.

NTA shuts down hypersensitivity culture with no patience

Respecting identity vs dictating speech in the name of inclusivity

Defending identity: Commenter on inclusivity and hypocrisy.

Nonbinary friend’s demand for gendered language ends friendship. NTA.

Respecting pronouns is one thing, but changing language entirely? NTA

NTA stands up for language and pronoun courtesy.

Respecting preferred pronouns without altering language is reasonable. NTA.

Advocate for gender-neutral language disagrees with using ‘ele’ in Spanish.

Neutral pronouns for objects and animals? That’s ridiculous! #NTA

Defending Spanish language for inclusivity. NTA.

Spanish speaker defends language against forced neutralization.

Respecting pronouns is important but friends shouldn’t dictate language

Correctly using grammatical genders doesn’t make you a**hole

Respectful acknowledgement of Spanish limitations for non-binary individuals

Using gender neutral language is important for clarity and understanding ✍️

Non-binary Mexican defends Spanish language from gender neutrality pressure

NTA, Spanish language doesn’t exclude non-binary people.

Spanish speaker defends language’s grammar rules against non-binary pressure.

Spanish speaker defends language gender rules, NTA

Respecting pronouns for people ≠ objects. NTA wins

Respectful use of pronouns despite language barrier

Respecting pronouns is important, but not changing a language

Spanish speaker defends language against non-binary article requests

Respecting language and culture: NTA comment shuts down argument.

Support for refusing to ‘destroy’ language for non-binary friend

Support for gender-neutrality in language, but not at the expense of communication.