9 problematic phrases you may not have realized are transphobic

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• Terminology on gender is constantly evolving, so it's important to stay on top of what words are ok and not ok to use.
• Transgender people can be asked invasive questions about their bodies. It's important to avoid phrases like "have you had the surgery" and "are you fully transitioned."
• Telling a trans person they don't look trans can also be invalidating.

Transgender terminology is constantly evolving and expanding, which is why it's important to stay on top of it to avoid saying something that is incorrect or hurtful to a trans person.

Insider compiled a list of nine phrases that you should never say to a trans person that you may not have realized are transphobic.