Bisexual and pansexual are both sexual orientations that involve attraction to people of multiple genders. However, there are some differences in the way that these terms are defined and understood.
Bisexual refers to an individual who is attracted to people of their own gender as well as people of a different gender. The prefix “bi-” in bisexual means “two,” and traditionally the term was used to describe attraction to both men and women. However, many people now use the term more broadly to encompass attraction to people of any gender identity.
Pansexual, on the other hand, refers to an individual who is attracted to people regardless of their gender identity. The prefix “pan-” in pansexual means “all,” and individuals who identify as pansexual may be attracted to people of any gender identity, including but not limited to male, female, and non-binary.
In essence, while bisexuality is typically seen as attraction to two or more genders, pansexuality is more focused on attraction to people regardless of their gender identity. However, it’s important to remember that these are complex and personal identities, and everyone’s understanding and experience of these terms may be different.