How to Pronounce "maleness"
word
ˈmeɪlnəs
MAYL-nuss
mˈeɪlnəs
MAYL-nuss
Definition
The quality or state of being male; all the physical, biological, or social traits associated with being a man or boy.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈmeɪlnəs
British English
mˈeɪlnəs
Simplified Pronunciation
US
MAYL-nuss
UK
MAYL-nuss
Listen in Context
Maleness is determined by biological factors at birth.
Some animals show clear signs of maleness.
The doctor explained the effects of maleness on health.
He sometimes struggled with society’s expectations of maleness.