#and xe/xem pronouns

[giallogigan]

leshy and mystic seller have a child resembling black hole with leshy-horns, said child cannot manifest directly in the reality of the old faith, but xir presence is enough to cause the disruptions seen as the game's glitches

[answrs]

mom: complains about they/them pronouns being SO HARD to remember

me, barely refraining from telling her about the existence of neopronouns:

[genderqueerdykes]

this is a dumb question but how do you pronounce “xe/xem”? I can’t google it because unfortunately I live with extremely queerphobic parents who monitor my search. I’m questioning using neopronouns but I don’t know how to pronoun some of them

good question! thanks for asking!

it's pronounced like "ze/zem," rhyming with he, and them! at least what i've heard from folks who use it!

hope that helps! feel free to ask any more questions you may have

[the-meme-monarch]

Here's something I've been wondering about. So, we know that canonically Chara uses/used they/them pronouns, and possibly also it/its although that one's up for interpretation. In this ask we'll assume that it/its pronouns are canon too.

Something I've been wondering about is, would grown-up Chara use it/they pronouns rather than they/it? Most Monster if I recall correctly use it/its pronouns, rather than they or he or she (at least of the ones we encounter in Undertale). If they had been given a chance to grow up, I'm wondering if Chara, resenting their humanity and wanting to make themself more like a Monster, would over time start preferring it/its over singular they, and use it more often than they. What do you think?

chara does also refer to itself as it :0c! in no mercy they call themself ‘the demon that comes when you call its name’ and yeah yeah yeah sure ok they could be using ‘it’ to dehumanize themself here it could be a figure of speech to use ‘it’ here etc but with other monsters calling them it/its it’s real to me ANYWAY recently I’ve been thinking that since it does seem monsters (and darkners) use it/its as their default neutral pronoun, that that’s where chara picked up it/its :] so chara growing up and deciding it prefers ‘it’ before ‘they’ is really sweet (looking at it under the lens of assimilating itself into monster culture bc of it’s family and community instead of Disavowing its human-ness bc they hate humanity bc. kid that’s probably really not good for you mentally. they were probably also doing it for this reason though)

[mr-weirdo-mcgee]

[pyrepostings]

Conditioned whumpee, whose caretaker is trying to convince xem it's ok to take off the collar now that whumper's gone.

Whumpee decides, in xeir head, that xey could explain to whumper if xey are recaptured that xey downgraded xeir collar because whumper wasn't there to give orders. See, xey still wore a collar, it's just made out of leather instead of gold. See, xey didn't think for a moment xey could be free.

And this way, Caretaker can be satisfied about aer "progress" in the meantime.

[mimicmew]

pixel art is funn :] I personally love gnarpy's newer design, its super cool!

[neopronoun-user-culture-is]

*Mainly use meaning your favorite set, the one people call you most, or your only set if you just use one.

[xumoonhao]

pronouns web badges 💖

[custom-emojis]

You don't think the fact that neopronouns have been around since the 1800s but still aren't used commonly is a sign that they're not viable?

"arent commonly used" bestie bro/bros are used excessively in internet culture and they are by definition a neopronoun.

also this is really poorly constructed bait, and nobody cares what you think about neopronouns in the year of our lord 2023. At no point in time has them 'not being commonly used' ever stopped anybody from doing just about anything in history, them being around since the 1800s solidifies the fact that self-created pronouns / descriptors and gender divergence is a normal human experience, not that its "not viable", and your insinuation that something not being Common meaning it's Not Viable is actually hilarious and you are Actually Just Stupid. Like straight up, i'm not gonna try and pretend to be nice about it- you're just ACTUALLY an idiot and the funny thing is every person who see's this post is gonna also see that you're an idiot, and you're not even aware of how stupid you actually are. Good luck and godspeed to you brave soldier it must be hell living life like that. O7

I rate this anon hate a solid 2/10, Try harder next time.

[permetutotheworld]

chat the gender js being funky can people talk about me using xe/xem pronouns in the comments or reblogs idrc how but i need to know if it has the right vibes

@mae-occasionally-reads @daddysclownboy @cheekyboybeth @marylily-my-beloved @xenocollector

@theoristswan5683 @garden-of-runar

[regular-theodore]

pronouns update he/xe

[redacted-coiner]

Neopronouns, Emoji Pronouns, Xenopronouns

Xe/Xem, Kie/Kir(link), It/Its

Ix/Ixs, Pronouns Collector, Bee/Boop(link)

DNI is listed within my pinned post. Please go read it before interacting with any part of my content. Ask to tag!

@kiruliom (late sorry about that)

[arecaceae175]

A Guide to Neopronouns

Questions, answers, usage, and helpful resources at the bottom! :D

What are neopronouns?

In simple terms, neopronouns are a category of pronouns used in the place of typical pronouns like he, she, or they.

Neopronouns allow trans people to find pronouns that fit their specific gender identity or expression if typical pronouns do not. Neopronouns can be an expression of someone's personality, gender identity, gender expression or lack thereof, and can be an act of rebellion against a binary and transphobic world.

Neopronouns (or neos) can mean different things to different people, and depending on the different pronouns. For example, I use xe/xem pronouns because I like the use of x instead of sh/h in she/he. I like the implication of the gender being completely removed from the word with an x put in its place. Also, I just like the way they look. They have good vibes.

Why are neopronouns important?

Using neopronouns correctly is just as important as using he, she, or they for someone. Using a person's correct pronouns is a sign of respect and support. Trans people use pronouns that reflect their gender identity and experience. Using the correct pronouns affirms the person's identity and helps them to them feel confident in their trans identity.

Using incorrect pronouns for someone is very hurtful. When people use the wrong pronouns for me, I feel dejected. It shows me that they do not understand, respect, or support me. It is very alienating. I feel upset, and if it goes on for a long time I start to shake and feel like I am going to cry.

In online spaces, neopronouns are even more important. I do not use neopronouns in my day to day life because it is exhausting to explain the concept of neopronouns to everyone I meet. I never know if they will be supportive, or if they will have a negative reaction, or if telling someone my neopronouns will cost me something like a job opportunity or put me in danger. In online spaces, or with my close friends, I get to be my authentic self and use the pronouns that fit me the best and makes me feel good.

How do you use neopronouns?

This is the hard part. Some neopronouns follow a conjugation pattern, but for the most part each pronoun is unique. That is part of the appeal.

I made a google doc with conjugations of 30 common neopronouns. You can find it here! I tried to include all the neopronouns I know of in my typical fandom circles. If you have a neopronoun that is not on this list, please share it with me and I will add it!

There are infinite neopronouns, and sometimes people use different conjugations of pronouns that look similar. It is always a good option to ask neopronoun user. Most of us will not be offended by this question! In fact, I love when people ask about my pronouns. It is an opportunity to teach someone new about neopronouns!

Also, you can type the pronouns into google and usually it is easy to find resources on how to use the pronouns. This is a good way to show extra support to a friend who uses neopronouns. This way, you are putting in the time and effort it takes to use their pronouns correctly.

Practice is key! If you don't put in effort and practice, they will never stick. When I was learning how to use neopronouns, I kept a screenshot of a neopronoun chart saved on my phone for reference whenever I got confused.

What if you make a mistake?

That's okay! Everyone makes mistakes sometimes. Most people will not expect you to get their neopronouns right on the very first try. For me, as long as someone is putting in genuine effort to use my neopronouns correctly, I am happy.

If you catch your mistake, correct yourself quickly and move on. For example you could say, "Oh, sorry, I mean xe," and then let the conversation continue.

If you apologize over and over or derail the conversation, it can be uncomfortable for the person who you misgendered. If you still feel guilty after the conversation, you can reach out to them individually and apologize.

If someone else corrects you, apologize or thank them, correct yourself, and move on. Here are a few sample conversations.

"I was telling them-" "Xe uses xe/xem pronouns, actually." "Oh, I'm sorry. I was telling xem..."

"I am going to ce's house." "Actually, it would be 'cer house'." "Oh ok, thank you. I am going to cer house."

"I was telling them- oh, wait, I mean I was telling xem"

Please try not to be offended if someone corrects you. It can be hard, especially if you have a condition like rejection sensitive dysphoria. If someone corrects you about their pronouns, it means they feel safe enough or trust you enough to share that with you. Your reaction will dictate if they feel safe enough to be their authentic self in front of you.

Also, if you can, correct other people if they use the wrong pronouns. It can be hard for trans people to constantly correct others about our pronouns. If you correct someone else, you are showing us your support and demonstrating to other people that our pronouns are important.

Here are some more resources about neopronouns:

Understanding neopronouns

Extensive neopronoun list

Dey/dem for the black community

Gender neutral language around the world

Neopronouns in German

Neutral pronouns in Hebrew

Neutral pronouns in Spanish

Neutral pronouns in Swedish

Neutral pronouns in French

@neopronounfaq is a very helpful blog that describes neopronoun usage

If you have any questions about neopronouns or their usage, please feel free send me an ask (anon is on) or leave a comment on this post. I'm happy to answer any questions that are asked with good intentions! I will delete and block any transphobic asks :)

[o-kye]

me cuz i like xe/xem pronouns but i dont know if i LIKE them because nobodys ever used them for me that i know of

[lgbtq-userboxes]

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