Human
/ˈhjuː.mən/noun
Relating to or characteristic of people.
Did you know?The Latin root 'homo' connects to notions of being 'earthly,' highlighting our ties to the material world and our primal nature.
Etymological Timeline
Proto-Indo-European
PIE
*dʰéǵʰōm
“earth or soil, hinting at our earthly origins.”
Latin
Latin
hominis
“of man, emphasizing human nature as distinct from other beings.”
Old French
Old French
humain
“of or belonging to mankind, reinforcing our social characteristics.”
Middle English
Middle English
humane
“of or relating to humanity, reflecting a growing awareness of human rights.”
Modern English
English
human
“pertaining to people, signifying our unique place in nature.”