humanismo
humanísmo with stress marks
humanism
Usage Note
Humanismo is a borrowing from Spanish humanismo, referring to the philosophical and ethical stance that emphasizes human value and agency. It is used in academic, philosophical, and religious discourse in the Philippines, often in the context of Renaissance thought or secular ethics. The term appears in university curricula and intellectual writing.
Examples
" Mahalaga ang humanismo. "
Natural Translation
Humanism is important.
Literal Translation
Important the humanism.
" Tinatalakay ang humanismo sa kurso ng pilosopiya. "
Natural Translation
Humanism is discussed in the philosophy course.
Literal Translation
Discussed the humanism in-the course of-the philosophy.
" Itinuturo ng humanismo na ang halaga at dignidad ng tao ang dapat unahin sa lahat ng desisyon. "
Natural Translation
Humanism teaches that the value and dignity of the human being should come first in every decision.
Literal Translation
Teaches the humanism that the value and dignity of-the person the should prioritize in all of decision.
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