Translation guide
The concept of bisexuality as a sexual orientation. In Japanese, the most common and neutral term is バイセクシュアル (or the abbreviation バイ). Other terms exist but may carry different nuances or be less commonly used.
Referring to bisexuality as a sexual orientation in a neutral, everyday context.
The most common and neutral loanword for 'bisexual' or 'bisexuality'. Often abbreviated to バイ in casual speech.
彼はバイセクシュアルだとカミングアウトした。
He came out as bisexual.
Common abbreviation of バイセクシュアル, used in casual conversation.
私はバイです。
I'm bi.
A more formal or academic term literally meaning 'love of both sexes'. Less common in everyday speech.
両性愛についての研究が進んでいる。
Research on bisexuality is advancing.
Direct loanword for 'bisexuality', used in academic or formal contexts. Less common than バイセクシュアル.
バイセクシュアリティは多様なセクシュアリティの一つです。
Bisexuality is one of many diverse sexualities.
Using 'bisexuality' as an identity label, often in LGBTQ+ contexts.
Used as a noun or adjective to describe a person's identity.
バイセクシュアルのコミュニティに参加する。
Join the bisexual community.
Casual identity label.
バイの友達と話す。
Talk with a bi friend.
Discussing bisexuality as a concept or topic.
Used in academic or theoretical discussions.
バイセクシュアリティの歴史を学ぶ。
Learn about the history of bisexuality.
Formal term for the concept, often used in psychology or sociology.
両性愛は異性愛や同性愛と並ぶ性的指向です。
Bisexuality is a sexual orientation alongside heterosexuality and homosexuality.
In casual conversation, バイ is widely understood and used. It's similar to saying 'bi' in English.
The literal translation 両性愛 is correct but sounds formal or academic. In everyday speech, stick to バイセクシュアル or バイ.
Formal term for a bisexual person, literally 'both-sex lover'. Used in academic or formal writing.
両性愛者としての経験を語る。
Speak about experiences as a bisexual person.