The Spanish word for 'human', used as both a noun and adjective
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Humano means human and is a direct cognate of the English word.
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human (adjective)
Relating to or characteristic of people.
El cerebro humano es increíblemente complejo.The human brain is incredibly complex.
Equivocarse es parte de la naturaleza humana.Making mistakes is part of human nature.
human, human being (noun)
Used as a noun to refer to a person.
Los humanos somos la única especie que usa el lenguaje escrito.Humans are the only species that uses written language.
Ningún ser humano debería vivir en esas condiciones.No human being should live in those conditions.
humane (compassionate)
When someone is described as 'human' in a moral sense, it means they show compassion and kindness toward others.
El trato a los prisioneros debe ser humano.The treatment of prisoners must be humane.
El nuevo director es muy humano con sus empleados.The new director is very humane with his employees.