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sexuality
The totality of feelings, behaviors, and characteristics related to sex and eroticism. This includes sexual orientation, desires, and practices.
In der Pubertät entdecken Jugendliche ihre eigene Sexualität.
During puberty, young people discover their own sexuality.
The ending '-ität' forms abstract nouns, often from adjectives. 'Sexualität' (sexuality) is derived from the adjective 'sexuell' (sexual). Other examples of this pattern are 'Normalität' (normality, from normal) or 'Aktivität' (activity, from aktiv).
Nach dem Unfall war seine körperliche Aktivität stark eingeschränkt.
After the accident, his physical activity was severely limited.
Common verbs used with 'Sexualität' (sexuality) are 'entdecken' (to discover), 'ausleben' (to live out), or 'sprechen über' (to talk about). These describe the process of engaging with the topic.
Viele Menschen finden es schwer, offen über ihre Sexualität zu sprechen.
Many people find it difficult to talk openly about their sexuality.
'Sexualität' (sexuality) is a neutral to formal term used in psychological, sociological, or medical contexts. It describes the overall concept and is not a colloquial word for sexual acts.
Das Buch behandelt die Entwicklung der menschlichen Sexualität aus biologischer Sicht.
The book deals with the development of human sexuality from a biological perspective.
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Sex refers to specific sexual acts. Sexualität is broader and also includes personal desires, orientation, and behaviors. If the focus is on the physical act, Sex is suitable; if it concerns the whole personal sphere, Sexualität is suitable.
In der Beratung spricht Lea über ihre Wünsche und ihre Sexualität.
During counseling, Lea talks about her desires and her sexuality.
In der Beratung spricht Lea über den Sex mit ihrem Partner.
During counseling, Lea talks about having sex with her partner.
