Sexpliquer

Sexpliquer is a neologistic French verb formed as a blend of sex and expliquer. It is used in informal or humorous contexts to refer to the act of explaining sexual topics or concepts related to sexuality. The term is not part of standard French dictionaries and its acceptance varies by speaker, region, and media context. In many cases it appears as a playful way to signal that the explanation concerns sex or sexuality.

Etymology and formation: The coinage draws on the English meme-like word sexplain (to explain sex) as well as on the French verb expliquer. It may be written as sexpliquer in ordinary text to highlight the sexual focus of the explanation. Because it is informal, its spelling and usage can vary, and it is sometimes treated as a stylistic device rather than a formal term.

Usage and context: Sexpliquer tends to appear in educational, media, or online discussions where the goal is to discuss sexual topics in a direct or attention-grabbing way. It is most often used as a light or provocative modification rather than as a standard verb. In formal writing or official educational materials, more precise phrases such as expliquer le sexe, expliquer la sexualité, or éducation sexuelle are preferred.

Variants and related terms: Related ideas include s’expliquer (to justify oneself or to be explainable), expliquer (to explain), and éducation sexuelle (sex education). As a social-linguistic coinage, sexpliquer may reflect a trend toward blending linguistic registers for emphasis or humor.

See also: expliquer, s’expliquer, éducation sexuelle, sexe, sex education.