Lesbian in Tagalog

“Lesbian” in Tagalog means “Lesbiana” or “Tomboy”, referring to a woman who is romantically and sexually attracted to other women. This term is used to describe sexual orientation and identity within the LGBTQ+ community. Explore the translations and contextual usage examples below.

[Words] = Lesbian

[Definition]:

• Lesbian /ˈlezbiən/
• Noun: A woman who is sexually or romantically attracted exclusively to other women.
• Adjective: Relating to homosexual women or to homosexuality in women.

[Synonyms] = Lesbiana, Tomboy, Tibo, Lesbian woman, Babaeng bakla (colloquial)

[Example]:

• Ex1_EN: She came out as a lesbian to her family last year.
• Ex1_PH: Nag-come out siya bilang lesbiana sa kanyang pamilya noong nakaraang taon.
• Ex2_EN: The lesbian community organized a pride march in the city.
• Ex2_PH: Ang komunidad ng mga lesbiana ay nag-organisa ng pride march sa lungsod.
• Ex3_EN: Many lesbian couples are now able to legally marry in various countries.
• Ex3_PH: Maraming mga lesbiana na mag-asawa ay maaari nang legal na magpakasal sa iba’t ibang bansa.
• Ex4_EN: The film tells the story of a young lesbian discovering her identity.
• Ex4_PH: Ang pelikula ay nagkukuwento tungkol sa isang batang lesbiana na natutuklasan ang kanyang pagkatao.
• Ex5_EN: She writes articles about lesbian rights and equality.
• Ex5_PH: Sumusulat siya ng mga artikulo tungkol sa karapatan at pagkakapantay-pantay ng mga lesbiana.