human
Translation
human, person, human being
Examples
Humans need food and water.
Humans need food and water.
She is a very kind human.
She is a very kind human.
Grammar Patterns
((as a countable noun)) a person. She is a very kind human.
Similar Words
Synonyms: person, individual, human being; Antonyms: animal, alien, machine
Etymology
From Latin 'humanus' (of or belonging to man), related to 'homo' (man, human being).
Memory Tips
Think of our scientific name, 'Homo sapiens'. The 'Homo' part is related to 'human'.