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Being gay refers to a person's sexual orientation, specifically when someone is attracted to individuals of the same sex. On the other hand, being transgender refers to a person's gender identity, which may not align with the sex they were assigned at birth.

While lesbian, gay and bisexual are sexualities, trans is a description of gender instead. Trans people can be straight, gay, bisexual, lesbian, queer, or any other sexuality, just like cis people can.

The terms transgender, transsexual, and transvestite are often used interchangeably, but they refer to distinct identities and experiences within the LGBTI+ (Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Intersex +) spectrum. Understanding the differences can promote respect and inclusivity.

Transgender people may be straight, lesbian, gay, bisexual, or asexual, just as nontransgender people can be. Some recent research has shown that a change or a new exploration period in partner attraction may occur during the process of transition.

Within the transgender community, sexual orientation terms based on gender identity are the most common, and these terms include lesbian, gay, bisexual, asexual, queer, and others.

Here's a look at the ways trans and gender non-conforming people have existed across different cultures throughout history.