Have you ever gotten asked highly personal questions as a woman that you suspect men would never be asked? While sometimes these questions can be annoying, other times they are downright rude or even creepy.
Many women shared their experiences of being asked this question, which can make them feel uncomfortable and objectified. One user shared, “I’ve had guys ask me this question while out on a date. It’s creepy and objectifying.”
How old are you?
This question can be used to judge a woman’s appearance or to make assumptions about her abilities based on her age. One woman commented, “I don’t see why my age is anyone else’s business. "
This question is posed to women much more than men are asked if they have a girlfriend, and it can come across as hurtful. “My worth as a person is not determined by whether or not I have a boyfriend. "
Are you a virgin?
This question is often asked to women, but not men, and can be used to shame and judge a woman’s sexual choices. “My sexual history is my business, and no one else’s. I shouldn’t have to justify my decisions or be judged for them,”
Are you pregnant?
Obviously, no one is asking a man if he’s pregnant, but it’s still an extremely personal question with no equivalent in the male world. “It’s none of anyone’s business whether or not I’m pregnant."