humanista
humanísta with stress marks
humanist
Usage Note
Humanista is borrowed from Spanish humanista, referring to a person who subscribes to humanist philosophy or who studies the humanities. In the Philippines it is used in academic and intellectual contexts, often referring to scholars of literature, philosophy, and the arts, as well as to those who advocate for human rights and dignity.
Examples
" Isa siyang kilalang humanista. "
Natural Translation
He is a well-known humanist.
Literal Translation
One he known humanist.
" Siya ay isang humanista. "
Natural Translation
He/She is a humanist.
Literal Translation
He/She is a humanist.
" Bilang isang humanista, lagi niyang ipinaglalaban ang karapatan at dignidad ng bawat tao sa lipunan. "
Natural Translation
As a humanist, he always fights for the rights and dignity of every person in society.
Literal Translation
As a humanist, always he fights-for the right and dignity of-the every person in society.
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