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Lucas21c Posted 11 years ago
Grammar

What is the difference between 'masculine' and 'manly'

What is the difference between 'masculine' and 'manly'? Could you give me some example sentences?
  

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The adjective, manly, has to do with a person’s attitude and character; whereas, the adjective, masculine has to do with a person’s gender. A woman who has a deep voice is considered somewhat masculine, especially if she has developed her muscles. A man who wears earrings risks not appearing very masculine.

— Wilpeter

  • The adjective, manly, has to do with a person’s attitude and character; whereas, the adjective, masculine has to do with a person’s gender.
  • A woman who has a deep voice is considered somewhat masculine, especially if she has developed her muscles.
  • A man who wears earrings risks not appearing very masculine.
  • In jungle climates, males don’t grow facial hair, making it more difficult to exhibit masculinity.
  • Bearded women appear very masculine.
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The adjective, manly, has to do with a person’s attitude and character; whereas, the adjective, masculine has to do with a person’s gender. A woman who has a deep voice is considered somewhat masculine, especially if she has developed her muscles. A man who wears earrings risks not appearing very masculine. In jungle climates, males don’t grow facial hair, making it more difficult to exhibit ma
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Your explanation is understood to me that 'masculine' is more related to biological or physical traits of man while 'manly' to metal or psychological traits. Could you confirm whether my understanding is right?
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lucas21c while 'manly' to mental or psychological traits
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