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human
/ˈhjuː.mən/
When used as a noun, the word often carries a clinical or biological tone, distancing the subject from individual personality to emphasize their status as a specimen of a species. It is frequently used in science fiction or philosophical contexts to contrast 'humans' with robots, aliens, or gods. As an adjective, it typically shifts toward the concept of fallibility and empathy. To describe someone as "very human" usually implies they possess common weaknesses, emotional vulnerabilities, or a capacity for kindness. Unlike 'person', which focuses on legal or social identity, 'human' emphasizes the shared biological and existential condition of all mankind.
💬Trò chuyện
This AI tool is totally bunk. It doesn't feel human at all.
That's the synergy of it. We need to pivot away from that vibe.
Ý nghĩa
Ví dụ
I'm only human, okay? I make mistakes too!
Is this thing even human or just a robot?
We all have basic human rights, regardless of status.
Stop acting like a monster and start being human!
The human brain is truly an incredible thing.
I just want to feel something human again.
It's a very common human experience to feel lonely.
You're treating me like a tool, not a human!
Cụm từ kết hợp
human rights
The basic rights and freedoms that belong to every person in the world.
human nature
The general psychological characteristics, feelings, and behavioral traits shared by all humans.
human error
A mistake made by a person rather than a failure of a mechanical system.
human resources
The department of a business that deals with the hiring, administration, and training of personnel.
human development
The process of enlarging people's freedoms and opportunities and improving their well-being.
Thành ngữ & Tục ngữ
To err is human
It is natural for people to make mistakes.
all too human
Possessing faults or weaknesses typical of a person.
Bối cảnh văn hóa
What does it actually mean to be human? While biology defines us by our DNA and the classification of Homo sapiens, the true essence of the human experience lies in the tension between our primal instincts and our capacity for abstract reason. This duality is what philosophers and psychologists have called "the human condition"—the unique state of existing as a creature that is simultaneously an animal driven by survival and a conscious mind capable of contemplating its own mortality.
One of the most fascinating aspects of this struggle is seen in the concept of cognitive dissonance. We are perhaps the only species that can hold two contradictory beliefs at once, creating a psychological tension that drives us to innovate, lie, or evolve our moral frameworks. This internal conflict is not a flaw; rather, it is the engine of human creativity. From the haunting melodies of Beethoven to the complex architecture of the Gothic cathedrals, art is often the result of a human attempting to bridge the gap between the visceral feeling of existence and the logical desire for order.
Furthermore, our capacity for empathy—the ability to project ourselves into the mind of another—is what allowed us to build civilizations. While other social animals cooperate for survival, humans do so based on shared myths, stories, and imagined futures. We don't just survive; we assign meaning to our suffering and joy. This obsession with meaning is perhaps the most defining human trait. Whether through religion, science, or philosophy, we are perpetually searching for a "why" behind the "how.
In an era of rising artificial intelligence, this distinction becomes even more critical. AI can mimic logic, process data at lightning speeds, and even simulate conversation, but it lacks the biological vulnerability that defines us. To be human is to be fragile; it is to know that time is limited and that loss is inevitable. It is precisely this fragility—the knowledge that we are temporary—that gives our love, our bravery, and our art their profound value.