hetero

This is the 8534th most frequent Dutch word.


hetero

Hetero: A Dutch term meaning heterosexual, referring to someone attracted to the opposite sex.


Here, 'hetero' is used to describe someone's sexual orientation as heterosexual.

Hij identificeert zich als hetero.

He identifies as heterosexual.


In this context, 'hetero' colloquially conveys 'straight,' meaning direct or straightforward.

De leraar gaf een hetero antwoord op de vraag.

The teacher gave a straight answer to the question.


Here, 'hetero' serves as a prefix (in 'heteroseksualiteit') relating to heterosexuality.

Hetero- en homoseksualiteit worden besproken in de les.

Heterosexuality and homosexuality are discussed in the class.