A variety of speech or conversational style used by a particular gender.
Deborah Tannen
Genderlect refers to the differences in communication styles between men and women. It suggests that men and women may use language differently due to societal norms and expectations related to gender. Differences in genderlect can shape how individuals communicate in various social and professional settings.
Deborah Tannen coined the term 'Genderlect'.
Key concepts in sociolinguistics: Code-switching Diglossia overt vs- covert prestige Genderlect social network language death and shift observer's paradox social network