sexual encounter
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sexual encounter
A meeting or contact between people that is sexual in nature and often noncommittal.
Über die Dating-App suchte er lediglich einen einmaligen Sexkontakt.
Through the dating app, he was only looking for a one-time sexual encounter.
The word is a direct compound of 'Sex' (sex) and 'Kontakt' (contact). The meaning should be understood literally: contact of a sexual nature.
Er gab in der Anzeige an, dass er einen Sexkontakt sucht.
In the ad, he stated that he was looking for a sexual encounter.
'Sexkontakt' (sexual encounter) is often used with the verbs 'haben' (to have), 'suchen' (to look for), or 'finden' (to find) to describe the type of relationship.
Manche Leute suchen über das Internet unverbindliche Sexkontakte.
Some people look for noncommittal sexual encounters online.
This word is often used in neutral or factual contexts, for example in reports, studies, or on online platforms. It often describes the act without emotional attachment.
Die Gesundheitsbehörde warnt vor den Risiken bei ungeschützten Sexkontakten.
The health authority warns of the risks of unprotected sexual encounters.
affair
'die Affäre' and 'der Sexkontakt' can both mean a sexual relationship or encounter. 'Affäre' sounds more like a secret relationship, often involving feelings, repetition, or a conflict, for example in a marriage. 'Sexkontakt' is more direct and factual. It mainly refers to the sexual contact itself and can also be one-time or noncommittal. Learners may confuse the words because both can be sexual. If it is about a secret relationship, 'Affäre' fits better. If only the physical contact is meant, 'Sexkontakt' is more precise.
Die Ärztin fragte sachlich nach früheren Sexkontakten.
The doctor asked matter-of-factly about previous sexual encounters.
Die Affäre mit ihrem Kollegen blieb lange geheim.
The affair with her colleague stayed secret for a long time.