“Womyn” is an alternative spelling used by feminists to avoid the word “men” within “women.”
The Scripps National Spelling Bee is under fire after it included the feminist term “womyn” as an alternative spelling for “women” on a study list for third graders.
The lists, distributed on school district websites for the current academic year, feature words for young students to practice, such as “giraffe,” “groceries,” and “neighbors.” Among these is “women,” with “womyn” cited as an acceptable alternative spelling.
“Womyn” is a term used by feminists to avoid the word “men” within “women.” Its inclusion has sparked criticism on social media, where users have accused the spelling bee of promoting politically motivated language.
In response, a spokesperson for Scripps defended the decision, explaining…
