"heterosexuality" in Chinese (Simplified)

• 异性恋

Definition

一种性取向，指一个人被异性所吸引。

Usage Notes (Chinese (Simplified))

多用于正式、学术或医学场合。日常会话中较少使用。常与“同性恋”“双性恋”等词对比，用于讨论性取向、身份和社会议题。

Examples

Heterosexuality is a type of sexual orientation.

**异性恋**是一种性取向。

Many people identify with heterosexuality.

许多人认同**异性恋**。

Heterosexuality means being attracted to the opposite gender.

**异性恋**指被异性吸引。

For some, heterosexuality is just one way people experience attraction.

对一些人来说，**异性恋**只是人们体验吸引力的一种方式。

The topic of heterosexuality often comes up in discussions about diversity.

在关于多样性的讨论中，常常会提到**异性恋**。

He wanted to learn more about heterosexuality in his sociology class.

他想在社会学课上更多了解**异性恋**。