sex in Portuguese
sex in Portuguese is sexo, transa, coito — sex means the biological category — male or female — based on reproductive roles.
sex in Portuguese
sexo
sexo
(uncountable) Sexual activity, usually sexual intercourse unless preceded by a modifier. [from 1899]
transa
(uncountable) Sexual activity, usually sexual intercourse unless preceded by a modifier. [from 1899]
coito
(uncountable) Sexual activity, usually sexual intercourse unless preceded by a modifier. [from 1899]
sexar
(zoology, transitive) To determine the sex of (an animal).
comer
(chiefly, US, colloquial, transitive) To have sex with.
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 Portuguese?
"sex" in Portuguese is sexo, transa, coito. 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 Portuguese, "sex" is sexo, transa, coito.
Are there other ways to say "sex" in Portuguese?
Yes — Portuguese has 5 translations listed for "sex": sexo, transa, coito, sexar, comer.
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