What pronouns do non-binary people use in Spanish?

Pronoun choices vary widely among non-binary Spanish speakers. Some use 'elle' (a neologism) as a gender-neutral third-person pronoun, others alternate between 'él' and 'ella,' and some prefer their name without pronouns. The key is asking each individual what they prefer rather than assuming.

Is the '-e' ending widely accepted in Spanish?

The gender-neutral '-e' ending (as in 'amigue,' 'no binarie') remains debated across the Spanish-speaking world. The Real Academia Española has not endorsed it, but it sees growing use among younger speakers, LGBTQ+ communities, and some progressive institutions, particularly in Argentina and urban centers across Latin America.

How do I respectfully ask someone's gender identity in Spanish?

A considerate approach is asking '¿qué pronombres prefieres?' (what pronouns do you prefer?) or '¿cómo te gustaría que te llame?' (how would you like me to address you?). These phrasing options show respect without making assumptions and give the other person space to share at their comfort level.

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Non Binary in Spanish: No Binario

Written by Sofia Ramirez, Lead Spanish Curriculum Editor · Reviewed May 2026

No binario · adjective · noh bee-NAH-ree-oh

The gender identity term 'non-binary' translates to 'no binario' (masculine form) or 'no binaria' (feminine form) in standard Spanish. Some speakers and communities also use gender-neutral forms like 'no binarie' with the '-e' ending as part of inclusive language practices.

noh bee-NAH-ree-oh

Mi compañero de trabajo se identifica como no binario.

My coworker identifies as non-binary.

Non Binary in Spanish: Quick Reference

Below are the most common Spanish words for non binary, with pronunciation and regional usage notes.

Spanish	English	Pronunciation	Region / Register
no binario	non binary	noh bee-NAH-ree-oh	Default, widely understood
no binarie	non binary		inclusive language variant

How Native Speakers Use No binario

Real example sentences across three contexts you'll actually run into.

Identity statement

Desde hace un año, prefiero que me llamen por pronombres neutros porque soy no binarie.

For a year now, I prefer to be called by neutral pronouns because I am non-binary.

The '-e' ending is used by some non-binary individuals as a gender-neutral marker.

Supportive context

La universidad implementó formularios que incluyen la opción de género no binario.

The university implemented forms that include the non-binary gender option.

Institutional language increasingly incorporates this terminology.

Conversation about identity

Ser no binario significa que tu identidad de género no se limita a hombre o mujer.

Being non-binary means your gender identity isn't limited to man or woman.

Educational contexts use clear definitions to explain the term.

Avoid These Mistakes When Using No binario

Incorrect hyphenation

Incorrect: Ella es no-binaria.

Correct: Ella es no binaria.

Unlike English 'non-binary' which uses a hyphen, Spanish 'no binario/a' is written as two separate words without any hyphen between them.

Assuming one form fits all

Incorrect: Todos los no binarios usan pronombres neutros.

Correct: Cada persona no binaria elige sus propios pronombres.

Non-binary people have individual pronoun preferences — assuming a universal choice erases personal autonomy and oversimplifies a diverse community.

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Common Questions About Non Binary in Spanish

What pronouns do non-binary people use in Spanish?: Pronoun choices vary widely among non-binary Spanish speakers. Some use 'elle' (a neologism) as a gender-neutral third-person pronoun, others alternate between 'él' and 'ella,' and some prefer their name without pronouns. The key is asking each individual what they prefer rather than assuming.
Is the '-e' ending widely accepted in Spanish?: The gender-neutral '-e' ending (as in 'amigue,' 'no binarie') remains debated across the Spanish-speaking world. The Real Academia Española has not endorsed it, but it sees growing use among younger speakers, LGBTQ+ communities, and some progressive institutions, particularly in Argentina and urban centers across Latin America.
How do I respectfully ask someone's gender identity in Spanish?: A considerate approach is asking '¿qué pronombres prefieres?' (what pronouns do you prefer?) or '¿cómo te gustaría que te llame?' (how would you like me to address you?). These phrasing options show respect without making assumptions and give the other person space to share at their comfort level.