gays
“gays” means “gay (plural)” in Spanish. It has 2 different meanings depending on context:
gay (plural)
Also: homosexual (plural)
📝 In Action
Conocí a dos chicos gays muy simpáticos en la fiesta.
A2I met two very nice gay boys at the party.
La bandera de arcoíris representa los derechos gays.
B1The rainbow flag represents gay rights.
gay men
Also: homosexuals
📝 In Action
Los gays celebraron la marcha del Orgullo con mucha alegría.
B1The gay men celebrated the Pride march with great joy.
La película trata sobre la vida de dos gays en Madrid.
B2The movie is about the lives of two gay men in Madrid.
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Quick Quiz: gays
Question 1 of 1
Choose the sentence where 'gays' is used as a noun (referring to the people themselves).
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This word is a direct borrowing from English, where it originated from Old French, meaning 'joyful,' 'bright,' or 'carefree.' Its modern meaning developed primarily in the 20th century.
First recorded: Mid-20th century (in the modern sense in Spanish)
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Frequently Asked Questions
¿Es 'gays' la palabra más apropiada para usar?
Yes, 'gay' and 'gays' are the most common and generally accepted neutral terms in modern Spanish across most regions. 'Homosexual' is more formal or clinical, while other regional terms can sometimes be considered offensive or slang.
How do you refer to a single gay man?
You use the singular form, 'gay' (el hombre gay). The plural form 'gays' is used for two or more men.