SheHe

SheHe is a term that has appeared in discussions of gender identity and pronoun usage. It blends the familiar pronouns she and he and is used to describe or signal a flexible approach to gender that does not align strictly with either binary category. In some cases, people who use she/he pronouns report switching between she/her and he/him depending on context, mood, or personal preference. In others, SheHe may function as a self-identified label for a gender-fluid or non-binary experience that encompasses aspects traditionally associated with both femininity and masculinity.

Origin and usage patterns are varied and not standardized. The term has emerged primarily in online communities and has been discussed in academic and media discussions about pronouns and non-binary identities. Because pronoun preferences are deeply personal, individuals who use SheHe may specify preferred spellings, capitalization, or accompanying descriptors in their bios or profiles.

Reception is mixed. Proponents argue that SheHe offers a linguistic resource for expressing non-binary experience and for people who do not want to choose a single binary pronoun set. Critics warn that nonstandard pronouns can complicate communication and rely on readers to learn new conventions. Major style guides generally encourage using individuals’ stated pronouns and following local or organizational guidelines.

See also: pronouns, gender identity, non-binary, gender-fluid, neopronouns.