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Have you ever seen someone with red hair, then wondered how to describe them? There’s the term “ginger,” but there’s also “redhead,” too… Although these 2 words are similar and are often used interchangeably, there are some key differences to keep in mind before you start using them. We’re here to tell you the definitions of each one and how to use them correctly when describing a person with red hair.
Things You Should Know
- Gingers are born with reddish-orange hair, and often have fair, freckled skin.
- Redheads have reddish-brown hair, either naturally or from hair dye.
- It’s fine to call someone a redhead, but it’s generally not okay to call someone a ginger without their permission.
Steps
References
- ↑ https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/ginger
- ↑ https://dictionary.cambridge.org/dictionary/english/redhead
- ↑ https://www.cosmopolitan.com/uk/beauty-hair/hair/a32357/redhead-facts/
- ↑ https://www.cosmopolitan.com/uk/beauty-hair/hair/a32357/redhead-facts/
- ↑ https://www.howtobearedhead.com/3-reasons-why-you-shouldnt-address-redheads-as-gingers/