: A term frequently used in Southeast Asia, particularly Thailand (derived from the Thai word kathoey ), to describe transgender women or effeminate men .
: Explicit slang terms used almost exclusively in pornographic marketing to describe the same physical configuration as the industry term "shemale". Evolving Industry Standards all types of shemales
In recent years, major platforms have begun moving away from these terms in favor of more inclusive language. For example, in 2017 and 2018, sites like and Grooby transitioned their category names from "shemale" to transgender to reduce stigmatization. : A term frequently used in Southeast Asia,
Outside of the pornographic context, this term is widely considered a pejorative slur by the transgender community. In social or medical contexts, more respectful and accurate terms like or non-binary person are preferred. Classification and Subcategories For example, in 2017 and 2018, sites like
: This refers to a specific trope in anime and manga (Hentai) featuring female characters with both male and female genitalia, often portrayed with exaggerated physical capabilities that do not exist in reality.
: These are real-world performers who have transitioned through hormone replacement therapy (HRT) and/or breast augmentation but have not undergone gender-affirming surgery for their genitals.
Within the context of the adult industry and related internet subcultures, various terms are used to categorize different "types" based on physical presentation or fictional tropes: