queer in German

queer in German is homo, lesbisch, queer — queer means relating to a sexual orientation or gender identity that isn't exclusively heterosexual or cisgender; used both as a reclaimed identity term and, historically, as a slur.

queer in German

homo

adj

(colloquial, sometimes, pejorative) Non-heterosexual or non-cisgender: homosexual, bisexual, asexual, transgender, etc.

lesbisch

adj

(colloquial, sometimes, pejorative) Non-heterosexual or non-cisgender: homosexual, bisexual, asexual, transgender, etc.

queer

adj

(colloquial, sometimes, pejorative) Non-heterosexual or non-cisgender: homosexual, bisexual, asexual, transgender, etc.

schwul

adj

(colloquial, sometimes, pejorative) Non-heterosexual or non-cisgender: homosexual, bisexual, asexual, transgender, etc.

queer

adj

(broadly) Pertaining to sexual or gender behaviour or identity which does not conform to conventional heterosexual or cisgender norms, assumptions etc. [from 20th c.]

Homosexueller

noun

Schwuler

noun

Lesbe

noun

Queers

noun

(colloquial, sometimes, pejorative) A person of any non-heterosexual sexuality or sexual identity.

queeren

verb

What does "queer" mean?

adj Relating to a sexual orientation or gender identity that isn't exclusively heterosexual or cisgender; used both as a reclaimed identity term and, historically, as a slur.
"The festival celebrates queer artists and filmmakers."
adj Strange, odd, or unusual.
"There was something queer about the way he smiled."

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

queer in a sentence

The festival celebrates queer artists and filmmakers.
She identifies as queer.
There was something queer about the way he smiled.
It's a queer little shop tucked down a side street.

Similar words in German

bizarre curious odd peculiar unusual

Common German translations

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Frequently asked questions

What is "queer" in German?

"queer" in German is homo, lesbisch, queer. queer means: Relating to a sexual orientation or gender identity that isn't exclusively heterosexual or cisgender; used both as a reclaimed identity term and, historically, as a slur.

How do you use "queer" in a sentence?

Example: "The festival celebrates queer artists and filmmakers." In German, "queer" is homo, lesbisch, queer.

Are there other ways to say "queer" in German?

Yes — German has 9 translations listed for "queer": homo, lesbisch, queer, schwul, Homosexueller, Schwuler.

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