Ever been in a meeting where you’re sharing opinion, and suddenly, your boss interrupts with a smile, “Let me explain what you meant”? Congratulations, you’ve just been mansplained!
It’s like winning a bingo game nobody wanted to play. Mansplaining — the not-so-charming act where (usually) men feel the need to explain something to a woman in a condescending way, assuming she couldn’t possibly understand it on her own.
While ‘mansplaining’ has traditionally spotlighted men’s condescending explanations to women, let’s not kid ourselves — this patronizing symphony isn’t exclusive to the gents. Women can be equally guilty of this conduct, whether it’s towards men or other women. The real issue here transcends gender; it’s about respect and communication in the workplace.