More people are coming out as Almondsexual – here’s what it means

A new identity label called “almondsexual” has started appearing in some online LGBTQ+ discussions. The term reportedly emerged on Tumblr in 2023.

It is used by some people who say they mainly feel attraction toward male-aligned or androgynous genders, while feeling weaker or occasional attraction toward female-aligned genders.

Supporters say the label helps describe complex patterns of attraction more clearly. Critics argue that too many labels can make identity discussions confusing.

The debate reflects ongoing conversations about how people define and express sexual orientation today.