English–French

“human” in French

French

Pronunciation

IPA/ymɛ̃/

Example

Il est humain et pardonne facilement.

He is human and forgives easily.

Illustration for humain (human)

How to say “human” in French

“Human” in French is humain.

A person whose kindness and flaws belong to the same human nature.

Full entry for humain: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with humain

Un geste humain peut rassurer quelqu'un d'inquiet.

A humane gesture can reassure someone who is worried.

Tips for using humain

  • C'est humain often signals that something is understandable or common, not merely that it is biologically human.

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