Hello, children! We use the word girl to talk about a young female person. What is the word for a young male person? This guide will explain one of the most basic gender pairs in the English language.
Girl Opposite Gender
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Girl vs. Boy: A Clear Comparison
This table explains these fundamental terms.
| Term | Gender | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Girl | Female | A female child or young woman. |
| Boy | Male | A male child or young man. |
What is a Girl?
A girl is a young female human being, usually a child or an adolescent. When she grows up, she becomes a woman.
What is a Boy?
A boy is the masculine equivalent of a girl. He is a young male human being. When he grows up, he becomes a man.
Growing Up
The words we use change as people grow older. A baby can be a boy or a girl. A young person is a boy or a girl. An adult is a man or a woman. The word "child" or "kid" can be used for a young person of any gender.
Frequently Asked Questions
Girl Masculine Gender
The masculine gender of 'Girl' is Boy.
Girl Opposite Gender
The opposite gender of a Girl is a Boy. Girl is a female gender term and Boy is a male gender term.
Male equivalent of Girl
The male equivalent of a Girl is a Boy.
Practice Exercises
Worksheet: Choose the Correct Term
Fill in the blanks with the correct term: boy or girl.
- The little _______ was flying a kite in the park.
- The _______ received a doll for her birthday.
- There are more _______s than boys in my class.
- The teacher asked the _______ to answer the question.
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