French Conversation · Level 7
87 words
French word
humain
Pronunciation
IPA/ymɛ̃/
Meaning
- adjectivehuman
Example
Il est humain et pardonne facilement.
He is human and forgives easily.
More examples
Un geste humain peut rassurer quelqu'un d'inquiet.
A humane gesture can reassure someone who is worried.
Core concept
A person whose kindness and flaws belong to the same human nature.
Common phrases
être humain
be human
un geste humain
a humane gesture
comportement humain
human behavior
Similar words
sympathique: Pleasant, approachable, and easy to like.
chaleureux: Expressing warmth and a welcoming spirit.
bienveillant: Showing thoughtful kindness toward another person.
gentil: Treating others with gentle kindness and consideration.
Definition in French
Qui désigne la nature humaine, incluant à la fois la capacité d'empathie et les faiblesses propres aux personnes.
Word origin
French humain developed from Old French humain and Latin humanus, which is related to the Latin noun homo, 'human being'.
Usage tips
- C'est humain often signals that something is understandable or common, not merely that it is biologically human.