1. "Gay" as in "homosexual":
* "Gay" (pronounced "gay" with a soft "g" sound) is the most common and direct translation.
* "Homossexual" is another option, but it is less common in everyday language.
2. "Gay" as in "happy" or "cheerful":
* "Alegre" is the most common translation for "happy" or "cheerful".
* "Feliz" also means "happy" but is slightly more formal.
It's important to consider the context and the intended meaning when translating "gay" into Portuguese.