human
/ˈhjuː.mən/
As a noun, the term often carries a biological or philosophical weight, distancing the subject from individual personality to focus on the species as a whole. It is frequently used in scientific contexts or when contrasting people with animals, robots, or deities. As an adjective, the word emphasizes vulnerability, imperfection, and emotional capacity. It suggests a shared experience of frailty and empathy, framing mistakes not as failures but as inherent traits of the collective experience of living.
Used as a noun to refer to individuals.
💬Casual Conversation
Did you see the new HR policy? It is totally inhuman.
Now Karen, let's be human about this and give them a chance.
Meanings
Examples
I just want to feel like a human again after this flight.
Look, we are all human, so stop pretending you are perfect!
Is there a human actually working this desk or just a bot?
I'm only human, I can't possibly remember every single date.
God, just act like a human for five minutes and listen!
I believe my human element is what makes me a great manager.
It is so refreshing to talk to a real human for once.
Collocations & Compounds
human rights
fundamental rights and freedoms
The organization fights for basic human rights.
human nature
the general psychological characteristics of people
It is just human nature to be curious.
human error
a mistake made by a person
The crash was caused by simple human error.
human resources
the department dealing with employees
I need to send my resume to human resources.
human touch
a personal or empathetic quality
The service lacks a certain human touch.
Idioms & Sayings
too human
having flaws that make one relatable
His struggle with failure makes him too human to hate.