Also means
human nature
Usage Note
Menschlichkeit covers both 'being fully human' (with weaknesses) and 'treating others humanely'. Ein Akt der Menschlichkeit (an act of humanity) appears in humanitarian and wartime contexts. Distinct from Menschheit (humankind as a collective).
Examples
"Das Rote Kreuz steht für den Grundsatz der Menschlichkeit."
Natural Translation
The Red Cross stands for the principle of humanity.
Literal Translation
The Red Cross stands for the principle of humanity.
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