No. 451 in Spanish

sexual

Relating to or involving sex or the sexes.

In a sentence

La educación sexual es esencial en las escuelas.
Sexual education is essential in schools.
Here, 'sexual' is used as an adjective modifying 'educación' (education), describing the topic of the education.
El comportamiento sexual de algunos animales es fascinante.
The sexual behavior of some animals is fascinating.
In this context, 'sexual' serves as an adjective describing the type of behavior, focused on reproductive or related actions.
La orientación sexual es un aspecto personal e importante en la vida de cada individuo.
Sexual orientation is a personal and important aspect in each individual's life.
'Sexual' qualifies 'orientación' (orientation), referring to preferences or identities related to attraction.

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