sexuality
gb/sˌɛkʃuˈæləti/ us/sˌɛkʃuˈæləti/
B2
Inglés
~ 9200
szexuális irányultság, szexualitás, érzékiség, szexiség, ivarosság
SUSTANTIVO
B2
1
Patrón de uso:
[someone]'s sexuality; questions about [someone]'s sexuality
She came out to her family and spoke openly about her sexuality.
Előbújt a családja előtt, és nyíltan beszélt a szexuális irányultságáról.
Many young people need safe spaces to explore their sexuality without judgment.
Sok fiatalnak biztonságos térre van szüksége ahhoz, hogy ítélkezés nélkül felfedezhesse a szexuális irányultságát.
The film was praised for its honest portrayal of teenage sexuality.
He said that his sexuality is only one part of who he is.
Discrimination based on someone's sexuality is illegal in many countries.
Ejemplos para estudiantes
He is not ready to talk about his sexuality yet.
Még nem áll készen arra, hogy beszéljen a szexuális irányultságáról.
She learned to accept her sexuality in her twenties.
Húszas éveiben megtanulta elfogadni a szexuális irányultságát.
People should not lose a job because of their sexuality.
The book helped him understand his sexuality better.
They support equal rights for people of every sexuality.
Error frecuente:
Learners often confuse 'sexuality' with 'sex'. 'Sex' usually means biological category (male/female) or the physical act, while 'sexuality' in this sense is about orientation and identity (straight, gay, etc.). Another common mistake is treating 'sexuality' as countable (✗ 'sexualities' in everyday use). In general English, it is almost always uncountable.
Significado
a person's sexual orientation or identity
Colocaciones
express one's sexuality
|explore one's sexuality
|question one's sexuality
|accept one's sexuality
|hide one's sexuality
|sexuality and gender identity
Sinónimos
sexual orientation (More technical and focuses on the pattern of attraction; does not always include how a person labels or expresses themselves.)
Antónimos
asexuality (Refers to having little or no sexual attraction to others, which contrasts with most other forms of sexuality.)
Temas
identity
|relationships
|society
|gender
|health
Definición
How a person feels and identifies about who they are sexually or romantically attracted to, for example straight, gay, or bisexual.
The way a person experiences and identifies their pattern of sexual or romantic attraction, such as being heterosexual, gay, lesbian, bisexual, asexual, or another orientation.
SUSTANTIVO
B2
2
szexualitás
B2
Patrón de uso:
human sexuality; [adjective] sexuality (e.g. adolescent sexuality)
The course offers an introduction to human sexuality from biological and cultural perspectives.
A kurzus bevezetést nyújt az emberi szexualitás biológiai és kulturális aspektusaiba.
Parents often find it difficult to talk about sexuality with their children.
A szülőknek gyakran nehéz a szexualitásról beszélni a gyerekeikkel.
Her research focuses on how culture shapes adolescent sexuality.
Comprehensive sexuality education can help reduce unwanted pregnancies and sexually transmitted infections.
The book examines the history of sexuality in Western societies.
Ejemplos para estudiantes
The class is about human sexuality and health.
Az óra az emberi szexualitásról és az egészségről szól.
Some schools do not teach much about sexuality.
Egyes iskolákban nem sokat tanítanak a szexualitásról.
Talking about sexuality can be uncomfortable for many people.
Movies can influence how teenagers think about sexuality.
Good information about sexuality helps people make safe choices.
Error frecuente:
Learners sometimes use 'sexuality' when they only mean 'sex' as a physical act (✗ 'They had sexuality last night'). In this sense, use 'sex' for the act ('They had sex last night') and 'sexuality' for the broader topic or aspect of life. Also, 'sexuality' here is usually used in general statements or academic and health contexts, not for single events.
Significado
overall sexual feelings and behavior
Colocaciones
human sexuality
|adolescent sexuality
|sexuality education
|sexuality research
|sexuality studies
|childhood sexuality
Sinónimos
sexual life (More informal and personal, focusing on an individual's sexual experiences rather than sexuality as a broad concept.)
Antónimos
asexuality (Describes the absence of sexual attraction, contrasting with sexuality understood as a common part of human experience.)
Temas
health
|psychology
|education
|relationships
Definición
All of a person’s sexual feelings, actions, values, and relationships, often talked about as an important part of human life and health.
The broad aspect of human life that includes sexual feelings, behaviors, values, and relationships, often discussed as a social, psychological, or health topic.
SUSTANTIVO
C1
3
Patrón de uso:
[adjective] sexuality (e.g. raw sexuality); [someone]'s sexuality
The performance was full of raw sexuality and emotional intensity.
Az előadás tele volt nyers érzékiséggel és érzelmi intenzitással.
She carries herself with a quiet sexuality that draws people in.
Van benne egy visszafogott érzékiség, ami vonzza az embereket.
The ad was criticized for using overt sexuality to sell products.
His photography explores the line between vulnerability and sexuality.
The role required the actor to show both innocence and sexuality at the same time.
Ejemplos para estudiantes
The singer shows a lot of sexuality on stage.
Az énekes sok érzékiséget sugároz a színpadon.
The movie uses strong sexuality to get attention.
A film erős érzékiséggel próbálja felhívni magára a figyelmet.
Her clothes and body language express her sexuality.
The dance performance was full of energy and sexuality.
He wanted to reduce the sexuality in the video.
Error frecuente:
Learners sometimes confuse 'sexuality' with 'sexual' used as an adjective (✗ 'The film is very sexuality'). Use 'sexuality' as a noun (✓ 'The film has a lot of sexuality') and 'sexual' as an adjective (✓ 'The film is very sexual'). Also, 'sexuality' sounds more formal or analytic than 'sexiness' in this sense.
Significado
quality of being sexually attractive
Colocaciones
raw sexuality
|overt sexuality
|subtle sexuality
|sensuality and sexuality
|radiate sexuality
|project sexuality
Sinónimos
sexiness (More informal and direct; often sounds less analytical and more like everyday praise or comment.)
Antónimos
sexlessness (Suggests a lack of sexual energy or appeal, the opposite of visible or felt sexuality in this sense.)
Temas
appearance
|relationships
|emotions
Definición
How much a person seems sexually attractive or sexual in the way they look, move, or act.
The quality of being sexually attractive or of openly expressing sexual interest or energy, especially through appearance, behavior, or style.
SUSTANTIVO
C1
TECHNICAL
4
ivarosság
C1
Patrón de uso:
the sexuality of [a species/organism]
The book includes a chapter on the sexuality of flowering plants.
A könyv tartalmaz egy fejezetet a virágos növények ivarosságáról.
Scientists are still debating the evolution of animal sexuality in certain species.
A tudósok még mindig vitatkoznak az állati ivarosság evolúciójáról egyes fajok esetében.
Fungal sexuality is far more complex than the simple male–female model.
Environmental changes can affect the sexuality and fertility of marine organisms.
The study examined how temperature influences the sexuality of the species.
Ejemplos para estudiantes
The teacher talked about the sexuality of plants in science class.
A tanár természettudományórán a növények ivarosságáról beszélt.
In biology, we studied the sexuality of different animals.
Biológián különböző állatok ivarosságát tanultuk.
Some simple animals do not have clear sexuality like male or female.
The article explains the sexuality of this flower in detail.
They compare the sexuality of two related species.
Error frecuente:
Learners rarely use this technical sense and may wrongly apply everyday meanings of 'sexuality' to scientific texts. In biology, 'sexuality' often refers specifically to reproductive systems, not identity or attraction.
Significado
sexual characteristics in biology
Colocaciones
plant sexuality
|animal sexuality
|the sexuality of the species
|flower sexuality
|reproductive sexuality
Sinónimos
reproductive biology (Broader and more common in technical writing; covers more than just sexual characteristics.)
Antónimos
asexual reproduction (Reproduction without sexual organs or mating, in contrast to sexuality understood as involving male and female functions.)
Temas
science
|biology
|health
Definición
In science, the way a plant, animal, or other living thing has male and female parts or roles for making babies.
In biology and related fields, the sexual characteristics or reproductive functions of an organism or species, especially whether and how it has distinct male and female forms or reproductive roles.
Gramática
Forma de diccionario
sexuality
AFI
GB/sˌɛkʃuˈæləti/
US/sˌɛkʃuˈæləti/
Sílabas y acento
sexu - al - ity (3 sílabas)
Stress on 3rd syllable (ity)
Formas de la palabra
Noun
- Base: sexuality
- Plural: sexualities, sexuality
Familia de palabras
Forms
sexualities
noun
Related words
Negative and opposite forms
asexual
adjective
asexuality
noun
nonsexual
adjective
Advanced or less common
sexualize
verb
sexualization
noun
Expresiones
explore your sexuality
1/ɪksplˈɔɹ jˈʊɹ sˌɛkʃuˈæləti/
fixed phrase
learn and experiment with sexuality
To try different things or think deeply so you can understand your sexual feelings and identity better.
Ejemplos
- College was a time for her to explore her sexuality.
- Many young adults explore their sexuality through dating and relationships.
- Therapy gave him space to explore his sexuality without judgment.
express your sexuality
1/ɪkspɹˈɛs jˈʊɹ sˌɛkʃuˈæləti/
fixed phrase
show who you are sexually
To show who you are sexually, for example through how you dress, act, or choose partners.
Ejemplos
- Everyone should be free to express their sexuality without fear.
- She feels more confident now and expresses her sexuality in her art.
- The club is a safe place where people can express their sexuality openly.
human sexuality
1/hjˈumən sˌɛkʃuˈæləti/
fixed phrase
sexuality in human beings
All sexual feelings, actions, identities, and relationships in people, looked at as an important part of human life.
Ejemplos
- The documentary explores human sexuality across different cultures.
- Understanding human sexuality is important for public health work.
- The professor teaches a popular course on human sexuality.
overt sexuality
1/oʊvˈɚt sˌɛkʃuˈæləti/
fixed phrase
very visible sexual behavior
Sexual behavior, clothing, or style that is very clear and easy for other people to see.
Ejemplos
- Some viewers complained about the overt sexuality in the music video.
- The ad relies heavily on overt sexuality to attract attention.
- The film was criticized for its overt sexuality and lack of plot.
question one's sexuality
1/kwˈɛst͡ʃən wˈʌnz sˌɛkʃuˈæləti/
fixed phrase
doubt your sexual orientation
To feel unsure about your sexual orientation or identity and think about what it really is.
Ejemplos
- He began to question his sexuality in his late teens.
- It is common to question your sexuality at different points in your life.
- She is questioning her sexuality and does not want to put a label on it yet.
repressed sexuality
1/ɹipɹˈɛst sˌɛkʃuˈæləti/
fixed phrase
sexual feelings held back
Sexual feelings that a person does not allow themselves to feel or show, often because of fear, shame, or strict rules.
Ejemplos
- The novel deals with themes of repressed sexuality and social control.
- Years of strict education left him with deeply repressed sexuality.
- Therapy helped her understand how her repressed sexuality affected her relationships.
sexuality education
1/sˌɛkʃuˈæləti ˌɛd͡ʒəkˈeɪʃən/
fixed phrase
teaching about sex and sexuality
Lessons or programs that teach people about bodies, sexual health, relationships, and sexuality.
Ejemplos
- Comprehensive sexuality education is recommended by many health organizations.
- The school introduced a new sexuality education curriculum.
- Parents can play an important role in their children's sexuality education.