sex in French
sex in French is sexe, cul, rapport sexuel — sex means the biological category — male or female — based on reproductive roles.
sex in French
sexe
sexe
(uncountable) Sexual activity, usually sexual intercourse unless preceded by a modifier. [from 1899]
cul
(uncountable) Sexual activity, usually sexual intercourse unless preceded by a modifier. [from 1899]
rapport sexuel
(uncountable) Sexual activity, usually sexual intercourse unless preceded by a modifier. [from 1899]
sexer
(zoology, transitive) To determine the sex of (an animal).
[[faire l'amour]]
(chiefly, US, colloquial, transitive) To have sex with.
[[faire l'amour]] avec
(chiefly, US, colloquial, transitive) To have sex with.
[[faire l'amour]]
(chiefly, US, colloquial, intransitive) To have sex.
What does "sex" mean?
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noun The biological category — male or female — based on reproductive roles.
"The form asked applicants to state their sex."
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noun Sexual activity, especially intercourse.
"The show was criticized for its explicit depictions of sex."
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sex in a sentence
- The form asked applicants to state their sex.
- Doctors can often determine a baby's sex during an ultrasound.
- The show was criticized for its explicit depictions of sex.
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What is "sex" in French?
"sex" in French is sexe, cul, rapport sexuel. sex means: The biological category — male or female — based on reproductive roles.
How do you use "sex" in a sentence?
Example: "The form asked applicants to state their sex." In French, "sex" is sexe, cul, rapport sexuel.
Are there other ways to say "sex" in French?
Yes — French has 6 translations listed for "sex": sexe, cul, rapport sexuel, sexer, [[faire l'amour]], [[faire l'amour]] avec.
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