Conhecidoconhecida

Conhecidoconhecida is a neologism used in contemporary Portuguese discourse to denote a gender-inclusive approach to the adjectives “conhecido” (masculine) and “conhecida” (feminine). The term functions as a linguistic artifact in discussions about how to refer to people without privileging a specific gender. It is not an established entry in formal dictionaries, but appears in online forums, glossaries of inclusive language, and social commentary as an example of how gender forms can be merged or acknowledged in writing.

Etymology and form

Conhecidoconhecida arises from the concatenation of the masculine form “conhecido” and the feminine form “conhecida.” No official orthography governs its use, and speakers may employ it as a single token to signal an intention of inclusivity or to avoid gendered tagging in contexts where gender is unknown or not relevant. The construction mirrors broader tendencies in Portuguese to create neutral or inclusive forms, often discussed alongside other dual forms such as “amigo(a)” or slashed variants.

Usage and reception

In practice, conhecidoconhecida appears most often in online exchanges, glossaries, and stylistic experiments rather than formal writing. Proponents argue that it offers a compact way to acknowledge multiple genders in a single reference, while critics contend that it can hinder readability or stray from standard grammar. Some writers treat it as a provisional or ironic device rather than a stable linguistic norm.

See also

Conceitos de linguagem inclusiva; conhecido; conhecida.