1.
same sex; same gender
Being of the same sex or gender. Used in social, legal, and relationship contexts.
同性の友人が多い。
I have many friends of the same sex.
同性婚を認める国が増えている。
The number of countries recognizing same-sex marriage is increasing.
同性のカップルにも平等な権利を求める声が高まっている。
Calls for equal rights for same-sex couples are growing.
USAGE:
Frequently used as a modifier (同性の) or in compounds like 同性婚 (same-sex marriage) and 同性愛 (homosexuality).
COMMON COLLOCATIONS:
- 同性婚 (same-sex marriage)
- 同性愛 (homosexuality)
- 同性の友人 (friend of the same sex)
- 同性カップル (same-sex couple)
SIMILAR WORDS:
- 異性: opposite sex — the antonym
- 同棲: cohabitation, living together — a homophone with completely different meaning and kanji
- 両性: both sexes
Related Words
Antonym:
異性 (the opposite sex)