The human being
Example: Every human being needs love and care to live happily.
Definition
"The human being" refers to a member of the species Homo sapiens, characterized by advanced cognitive abilities, self-awareness, and complex social structures. It emphasizes the individual as a sentient and rational entity capable of thought, emotion, and moral judgment.
Etymology
The phrase "the human being" originates from the Latin 'humanus,' meaning 'of man' or 'humane,' combined with 'being,' which denotes existence or living entity. Did you know? The term highlights both the biological and philosophical aspects of what it means to exist as a person.
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"The human being" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - Philosophy - (A1) - set 1", containing 112 commonly used words.
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