Meaning of Queer
Strange or odd; also a term for non-heteronormative sexual and gender identities.
In simple words: Strange or different; also refers to LGBTQ+ identities.
Queer in a sentence
- The painting had a queer style that captivated everyone's attention.
- He identified as queer, embracing his unique place in the community.
- Some people find his sense of humor a bit queer.
- During the event, many queer individuals shared their experiences.
- The film explored the queer identity through its main characters.
How to use Queer
Use 'queer' to describe unusual things or LGBTQ+ identities. While it's generally accepted, some may find it offensive, so context matters.
Grammar pattern
standalone adjective
Memory hint
Think of 'queer' as 'quite different'.
Related words
Collocations with Queer
- queer identity
- queer community
- queer theory
- queer relations
Opposites of Queer
- straight
- heterosexual
Common mistakes with Queer
- Confused with 'weird' – 'queer' can have more specific meanings related to identity.
- Using 'queer' only in a negative context, ignoring its reclaiming by the LGBTQ+ community.
- Mispronouncing or spelling it incorrectly, like 'queer' is sometimes misspelled as 'queir'.
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Queer in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
غريب، كوير
غريب أو مختلف؛ ويشير أيضًا إلى هويات مجتمع الميم عين.
- Bengaliবাংলা
Queer
অদ্ভুত বা আলাদা; এলজিবিটিকিউ+ পরিচয়ও বোঝায়।
- GermanDeutsch
Queer
Seltsam oder anders; bezieht sich auch auf LGBTQ+-Identitäten.
- SpanishEspañol
Raro/a, Marica/Maricón, Gay/Lesbiana
Raro o diferente; también se refiere a identidades LGBTQ+.
- Persianفارسی
کوییر، همجنسگرا، عجیب
یه اصطلاح که قبلاً به آدمای غیرهمجنسگرا یا کسایی که رفتارشون "عادی" نبود میگفتن، ولی الان خیلیا تو جامعه LGBTQ+ خودشون رو باهاش معرفی میکنن. معنی "عجیب" یا "غیرمعمول" هم میده.
- FrenchFrançais
Bizarre, étrange, queer
Bizarre ou différent ; désigne aussi les identités LGBTQ+.
- Hindiहिन्दी
किरकिरा, अजीब, क्वीर
अजीब या अलग; LGBTQ+ पहचानों को भी संदर्भित करता है।
- ItalianItaliano
Strano, strano/a, bizzarro/a; queer
Strano o diverso; si riferisce anche alle identità LGBTQ+.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Esquisito, Queer
Estranho ou diferente; também se refere a identidades LGBTQ+.
- RussianРусский
Странный, Квир
Странный или другой; также относится к ЛГБТК+ идентичностям.
- Urduاردو
عجیب، کوئیر
عجیب یا مختلف؛ نیز LGBTQ+ شناختوں کا حوالہ دیتا ہے۔
- Chinese中文
奇怪的;酷儿
奇怪或与众不同;也指 LGBTQ+ 的身份。
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Frequently asked questions about Queer
What does Queer mean?
Strange or different; also refers to LGBTQ+ identities.
What is the definition of Queer?
Strange or odd; also a term for non-heteronormative sexual and gender identities.
How do you use Queer in a sentence?
The painting had a queer style that captivated everyone's attention.
Can you give another example of Queer?
He identified as queer, embracing his unique place in the community.
What are synonyms for Queer?
Common alternatives include strange, unusual, different, eccentric, LGBTQ+.
What is the opposite of Queer?
Opposite meanings include straight, heterosexual.
What words go with Queer?
It commonly pairs with queer identity, queer community, queer theory, queer relations.
What are common mistakes when using Queer?
Confused with 'weird' – 'queer' can have more specific meanings related to identity. Using 'queer' only in a negative context, ignoring its reclaiming by the LGBTQ+ community. Mispronouncing or spelling it incorrectly, like 'queer' is sometimes misspelled as 'queir'.
How do you pronounce Queer?
US: //kwɪr//, UK: //kwɪə//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Queer?
Use 'queer' to describe unusual things or LGBTQ+ identities. While it's generally accepted, some may find it offensive, so context matters.
