LGBTQ+
The English phrase "lgbtq+" is translated into Spanish as LGBTQ+.
The English acronym LGBTQ+ is widely used and understood within Spanish-speaking contexts, especially in media and activism. When you need to refer to individuals in a formal and respectful way, use Personas LGBTQ+. If you are discussing the community as a whole, Comunidad LGBTQ+ is an appropriate expression. Related terms include Género no Binario for non-binary gender and Orgullo when discussing pride-related events or parades.
Meaning: Translations (adj)
Is it said differently in some regions?
In Latin American countries, the term Diversidad Sexual is commonly used to highlight the diversity of sexual orientations and gender identities.
When do people say it?
The word Orgullo is used specifically when talking about LGBTQ+ pride events or parades.
Did you know?
- Activists often bypass traditional grammar by using le or elle to refer to people in the community, despite these not being recognized by the RAE, the official authority on the Spanish language.
- When communicating with the community, you might see the letter x or e inserted into words, such as todxs or todes, to create gender-neutral versions of traditionally masculine or feminine words.
- In many Spanish-speaking regions, the term Diversidad is often preferred over the acronym in official government documents and public health campaigns to sound more inclusive and less clinical.
Examples in context
- Es necesario garantizar los derechos de las personas LGBTQ+ en nuestra sociedad.It's necessary to guarantee the rights of LGBTQ+ people in our society.
- La comunidad LGBTQ+ lucha por la igualdad de derechos.The LGBTQ+ community fights for equal rights.
- Voy a asistir al desfile del Orgullo LGBTQ+ este año.I'm going to attend the LGBTQ+ Pride parade this year.
- Promovemos la tolerancia y el respeto hacia la diversidad sexual.We promote tolerance and respect towards sexual diversity.
- Es importante respetar y reconocer la identidad de género no binaria.It's important to respect and acknowledge non-binary gender identity.
- El colectivo LGBTQ+ es muy diverso.The LGBTQ+ community is very diverse.
- Ella apoya los derechos LGBTQ+.She supports LGBTQ+ rights.
- Hay una nueva ley para la población LGBTQ+.There is a new law for the LGBTQ+ population.
Example conversation
Elena and Alejandro are discussing a local community center.
- Elena¿Conoces el nuevo centro LGBTQ+?Do you know the new LGBTQ+ center?
- AlejandroNo, ¿es un lugar seguro para todos?No, is it a safe place for everyone?
- ElenaSí, Alejandro, es un espacio muy inclusivo.Yes, Alejandro, it is a very inclusive space.
- AlejandroQué bueno, me gustaría visitarlo.That's good, I would like to visit it.
