The human race: meaning, definitions and examples
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the human race
[ ðə ˈhjuːmən reɪs ]
population
The human race refers to all humans collectively, as a group or a species.
Synonyms
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| Word | Description / Examples |
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| the human race |
Used in formal contexts, like academic writing, to refer to all human beings collectively.
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| humanity |
Used when referring to human beings as a group, often in discussions about compassion or social issues.
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| mankind |
Used to refer to human beings collectively. Note that it can be seen as gender-biased, as it includes 'man' in the term.
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| humankind |
Used in a more poetic or literary sense, often in discussions about the collective existence and evolution of human beings.
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Examples of usage
- The human race has made significant advancements in technology.
- We must work together to ensure the survival of the human race.
Translations
Translations of the word "the human race" in other languages:
🇵🇹 a raça humana
🇮🇳 मानव जाति
🇩🇪 die Menschheit
🇮🇩 ras manusia
🇺🇦 людська раса
🇵🇱 rasa ludzka
🇯🇵 人類 (じんるい)
🇫🇷 la race humaine
🇪🇸 la raza humana
🇹🇷 insan ırkı
🇰🇷 인류 (인류)
🇸🇦 الجنس البشري
🇨🇿 lidská rasa
🇸🇰 ľudská rasa
🇨🇳 人类 (rénlèi)
🇸🇮 človeška rasa
🇮🇸 mannkynið
🇰🇿 адамзат нәсілі
🇬🇪 ადამიანთა რასა
🇦🇿 insan irqi
🇲🇽 la raza humana
Etymology
The term 'human race' dates back to the 17th century and is used to describe the collective identity of all human beings. It emphasizes the common characteristics and shared experiences of people around the world, regardless of individual differences. The concept of the human race highlights the unity and interconnectedness of humanity, serving as a reminder of our shared responsibility towards each other and the planet.