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Pronouns that refer to inanimate objects are in what gender?

Inanimate objects in English are typically considered neuter, meaning they are not assigned a specific gender. This is unlike some other languages, such as French or Spanish, where inanimate objects often have grammatical gender.

Here are some examples:

* "The table is sturdy." (Table is an inanimate object, no gender assigned.)

* "The door is closed." (Door is an inanimate object, no gender assigned.)

However, there are some exceptions where we might use gendered pronouns for inanimate objects:

* Ships and countries: These are often referred to as "she" due to a long-standing tradition. For example, "The Titanic was a magnificent ship."

* Vehicles: Some people refer to cars and other vehicles as "she" or "he" out of affection.

Overall, it's important to note that English typically treats inanimate objects as neuter, but there are some exceptions based on cultural and personal preferences.

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