pornography
word
/pɔɹˈnɑɡɹəfi/
por-NAH-gruh-fee
/pɔːnˈɒɡɹəfi/
paw-NO-gruh-fee
Definition
Pictures, videos, or writings that show sexual acts or nudity, usually created to cause sexual arousal.
Usage & Nuances
Formal and often technical term; may be shortened to 'porn' (informal, common). Common in legal, academic, and social discussions. Some cultures or settings may consider discussing 'pornography' sensitive or taboo.
Spanish: pornografíaPortuguese (BR): pornografiaPortuguese (PT): pornografiaChinese (Simplified): 色情片 - 色情内容Chinese (Traditional): 色情片 - 色情內容Hindi: अश्लील साहित्यArabic: إباحيةBengali: উলঙ্গ ছবির সামগ্রী - পর্নোগ্রাফিRussian: порнографияJapanese: ポルノグラフィーVietnamese: khiêu dâmKorean: 포르노그래피Turkish: pornografiUrdu: فحش موادIndonesian: pornografi
Example Sentences
He was arrested for distributing pornography.
basic
Many websites contain pornography.
basic
The sale of pornography is illegal in some countries.
basic
Debates about online pornography are common in the media.
natural
Some people believe that pornography can influence behavior.
natural
She wrote a research paper about the history of pornography.
natural