El ser humano
Example: El ser humano necesita comida y agua para vivir.
Definition
"El ser humano" refers to the human being as a conscious, rational entity capable of thought, emotion, and culture. It is used in philosophy to discuss the nature, existence, and characteristics that distinguish humans from other living beings.
Etymology
The phrase "el ser humano" comes from Spanish, where "ser" means 'being' or 'to be,' derived from Latin 'esse.' "Humano" comes from Latin 'humanus,' meaning 'pertaining to man.' Together, they express the concept of the human being as an existential entity. Did you know? The word "ser" is central in philosophy, often referring to existence itself.
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"El ser humano" appears in the Vocaplus list "Spanish - Philosophy - (A1) - set 1", containing 112 commonly used words.
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