Translation of German word "menschlich" to English

menschlich

/mɛnʃliːç/

Meaning

Adjective

Of or belonging to the species Homo sapiens or its closest relatives.

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How to use

menschlich ('human / humane / understandable') is an adjective. Menschliche Schwächen — Human weaknesses. Irren ist menschlich — To err is human.

🇬🇧 English

human

Example

Die menschliche Natur ist sehr komplex.

Human nature is very complex.

Die menschliche Beziehung ist sehr wichtig.

Human relationships are very important.

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Synonyms

humane / human

Common phrases

menschlicher Körper— human body
menschliche Beziehung— human relationship

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What is the definition of the German word "menschlich"?▼

The German word "menschlich" is defined as: "Of or belonging to the species Homo sapiens or its closest relatives."

What does the German word "menschlich" mean?▼

The German word "menschlich" means "human" in English.

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Yes, here is a practical example: "Die menschliche Natur ist sehr komplex." (which translates as "Human nature is very complex.").