: In most social and professional contexts, trans women simply wish to be referred to as "women". 3. Communication Best Practices

To be respectful and accurate, the following terms are recommended:

: A common and accepted shortening of "transgender woman".

: It is now broadly categorized as a derogatory slur. Many transgender people find it dehumanizing because it reduces their identity to a sexualized or medicalized category.

: Never use terms like the one in your query, "tranny," or "she-he," as they are considered unacceptable and offensive.