Etymology is a beautiful thing!
We know the word "gay", which has been used to refer to homosexual men, also means "joyful" and "happy". Ever wonder how other languages come up with their own words to describe gay men? Read on and be inspired.
Via en.wikipedia.org
German
The German word for gay, schwul, comes from the Low German word for "sultry, hot, and humid". A gay man is called a Schwuler.
Schwul is also the Dutch word for gay.
French
The word "gay" (pronounced as GHEH) actually comes from the Old French word "gai", which is most likely Germanic in origin. It translates to "joyful" and "carefree".
"Gay" (pronounced as GHAI) is also used in Spanish-speaking countries.
Via fr.wikipedia.org
Greek
Omofylófilos literally means "same-sex friend". Gay men are called "ομοφυλόφιλους άνδρες" (omofylófilous ándres).
Via el.wikipedia.org
