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    Humains (en. Humans)

    /y.mɛ̃/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    Individuals belonging to the species Homo sapiens.
    Humans are capable of language and abstract thought.
    Les humains sont capables de langage et de pensée abstraite.
    Term used to refer to humanity as a whole.
    Humans must work together to preserve the planet.
    Les humains doivent travailler ensemble pour préserver la planète.
    What characterizes the human species as opposed to animals.
    Compassion is a quality often associated with humans.
    La compassion est une qualité souvent associée aux humains.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'humanus', meaning 'human'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    human rights
    The fundamental and inalienable rights of human beings.
    les droits humains
    the human condition
    The state or nature of human existence.
    la condition humaine
    the human duty
    The moral obligation that humans have towards others.
    le devoir humain
    human nature
    The intrinsic characteristics that define humans.
    la nature humaine

    Related Words

    humanity
    The collective of human beings considered as a group.
    humanité
    humanism
    A cultural and philosophical movement that values the human and its dignity.
    humanisme
    humanitarian
    Related to actions aimed at relieving the suffering of humans.
    humanitaire

    Slang Meanings

    A colloquial term to refer to people in general.
    When I say 'humans', I mean everyone, not just my friends.
    Quand je dis 'les humains', je parle de tout le monde, pas seulement de mes amis.
    Used to mock human flaws or failures.
    He forgot his own birthday again, what a surprise, it's really human!
    Il a encore oublié son propre anniversaire, quelle surprise, c'est très humain !