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homosexuality

gb/hˌoʊmoʊsˌɛkʃuˈælɪti/ us/hˌoʊmoʊsˌɛkʃuˈælɪti/
B2 انگریزی
~ 6600
معانی
0 معانی
اسم B2 state
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sexual orientation toward same sex

The sexual orientation of being mainly attracted in love or sex to people of the same sex or gender as yourself.

استعمال کا انداز: someone's homosexuality; homosexuality in [society]
عام غلطی:
Learners sometimes use "homosexuality" to refer to a person, saying *"a homosexuality"* or *"many homosexualities"*. This is incorrect: "homosexuality" is an uncountable noun and names the orientation, not an individual. Use "a homosexual person", "a gay man", or "a lesbian woman" for people. Learners may also confuse the adjective "homosexual" (e.g., "homosexual relationships") with the noun "homosexuality" (e.g., "homosexuality is illegal").
ہم معنی الفاظ
same-sex orientation (More technical or descriptive; used especially in academic or clinical contexts.) | being gay (More informal and conversational; often focuses on identity, especially for men.)
متضاد الفاظ
heterosexuality (Refers to sexual orientation toward people of the opposite sex, which is the main contrast to homosexuality.) | asexuality (Describes having little or no sexual attraction to others, which is an opposite in terms of experiencing sexual attraction at all.)
لفظی تراکیب
accept homosexuality |hide one's homosexuality |open about one's homosexuality |homosexuality and heterosexuality |attitudes toward homosexuality |persecution of homosexuality
موضوعات
relationships |identity |society |health |core_vocabulary
مثالیں
  • The study found that public acceptance of homosexuality has increased over the last decade.
  • He first began to understand his homosexuality when he was in high school.
  • Some countries still criminalize homosexuality, while others legally protect it.
  • She struggled with internalized shame about her homosexuality before coming out to her family.
  • Discrimination based on homosexuality is illegal in many workplaces.
سیکھنے والوں کے لیے مثالیں
  • He talked to his parents about his homosexuality.
  • In some places, homosexuality is accepted, but in others it is not.
  • The film shows how society’s views on homosexuality have changed.
  • She read a book about homosexuality and human rights.
  • They want equal rights, no matter their homosexuality or heterosexuality.
اسم C1 entity
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same-sex relations as a social issue

Sex or romantic relationships between people of the same sex, talked about as a question in law, religion, or society.

استعمال کا انداز: homosexuality in [law/religion]; debate over homosexuality
عام غلطی:
Learners may not realize that in legal or religious contexts, "homosexuality" often means same-sex acts or relationships, not just inner feelings. This can change the tone of a sentence. For example, "the law bans homosexuality" usually refers to banning same-sex sexual acts, not banning an orientation in someone’s mind.
ہم معنی الفاظ
same-sex relations (More neutral and often used in legal or policy discussions to focus on relationships or acts rather than identity.)
متضاد الفاظ
heterosexual relations (Refers to sexual or romantic relations between people of different sexes, which is the direct social and legal contrast.)
لفظی تراکیب
criminalize homosexuality |decriminalize homosexuality |legal status of homosexuality |religious views on homosexuality |ban on homosexuality |tolerance of homosexuality
موضوعات
society |law |religion |politics |relationships
مثالیں
  • The new law finally decriminalized homosexuality, ending decades of punishment for same-sex couples.
  • Some religious groups still officially condemn homosexuality, while others have become more accepting.
  • Debates over homosexuality continue to influence elections and public policy in many countries.
  • Textbooks now discuss homosexuality alongside heterosexuality when talking about human sexuality.
  • Activists protested the proposed bill that would further restrict homosexuality in the country.
سیکھنے والوں کے لیے مثالیں
  • In this country, homosexuality was illegal until 1990.
  • The church has changed its position on homosexuality in recent years.
  • There is a big public debate about homosexuality and marriage laws.
  • Many young people think laws against homosexuality are unfair.
  • Some leaders use strong language when they talk about homosexuality.
گرامر
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homosexuality
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GB/hˌoʊmoʊsˌɛkʃuˈælɪti/
US/hˌoʊmoʊsˌɛkʃuˈælɪti/
ہجا بندی اور زور
ho - mo - sexu - al - ity (5 ہجے)
Stress on 5th syllable (ity)
لفظ کی شکلیں
Noun
  • Base: homosexuality
  • Plural: homosexualities, homosexuality
متعلقہ الفاظ
Forms
homosexualities noun
Core family
homosexual adjective B1
Related words
sexuality noun B2 gay adjective B1 lesbian noun/adjective B1 bisexual adjective
Negative and opposite forms
heterosexuality noun heterosexual adjective B2
Advanced or less common
homosexually adverb homophobia noun homophobic adjective
عبارات

accept homosexuality

1
/æksˈɛpt hˌoʊmoʊsˌɛkʃuˈælɪti/
fixed phrase

see homosexuality as acceptable

To think that homosexuality is okay and should be respected in society.

مثالیں
  • Younger generations are more likely to accept homosexuality than their grandparents.
  • The survey showed that a majority of citizens now accept homosexuality as a normal part of life.

condemn homosexuality

1
/kəndˈɛm hˌoʊmoʊsˌɛkʃuˈælɪti/
fixed phrase

say homosexuality is wrong

To state very strongly that homosexuality is bad or morally wrong.

مثالیں
  • Some religious leaders still publicly condemn homosexuality.
  • Human rights groups criticized politicians who used the speech to condemn homosexuality.

criminalize homosexuality

1
/kɹˈɪmənəlˌaɪz hˌoʊmoʊsˌɛkʃuˈælɪti/
fixed phrase

make homosexuality illegal

To make laws that say homosexuality is a crime and can be punished.

مثالیں
  • Several countries still criminalize homosexuality with long prison sentences.
  • International pressure is growing on governments that criminalize homosexuality.

decriminalize homosexuality

1
/dikɹˌɪmənəlˈaɪz hˌoʊmoʊsˌɛkʃuˈælɪti/
fixed phrase

stop treating homosexuality as crime

To change the law so that homosexuality is no longer a crime.

مثالیں
  • The country decriminalized homosexuality in the 1990s.
  • Activists are campaigning to decriminalize homosexuality worldwide.

hide one's homosexuality

1
/hˈaɪd wˈʌnz hˌoʊmoʊsˌɛkʃuˈælɪti/
fixed phrase

keep homosexuality secret

To keep the fact that you are homosexual a secret from other people.

مثالیں
  • He felt he had to hide his homosexuality at work.
  • In some families, people still hide their homosexuality for fear of being rejected.
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