English–French

“sex” in French

French

Pronunciation

IPA/sɛks/

Example

Lors de l'inscription, on vous demandera votre sexe.

During registration, you will be asked your sex.

Illustration for sexe (sex)

How to say “sex” in French

“Sex” in French is sexe.

A biological classification label attached to a body in an official record.

Full entry for sexe: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with sexe

Le médecin a noté le sexe biologique du nouveau-né.

The doctor noted the newborn's biological sex.

Tips for using sexe

  • Administrative forms commonly use sexe, whereas genre or identite de genre more often concerns gender identity.

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