inhumano
“inhumano” means “inhuman” in Spanish. It has 2 different meanings depending on context:
inhuman, cruel
Also: heartless
📝 In Action
El trato que recibieron los prisioneros fue inhumano.
B1The treatment the prisoners received was inhuman.
Es inhumano abandonar a una mascota en la calle.
A2It is cruel to abandon a pet in the street.
Sus palabras mostraron una frialdad casi inhumana.
B2His words showed an almost inhuman coldness.
unbearable, superhuman
Also: grueling
📝 In Action
Trabajar bajo este sol es inhumano.
B1Working under this sun is unbearable.
El atleta hizo un esfuerzo inhumano para terminar la carrera.
B2The athlete made a superhuman effort to finish the race.
Hace un frío inhumano en la cima de la montaña.
C1The cold is unbearable at the top of the mountain.
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Words that translate to "inhumano" in Spanish:
cruel→grueling→heartless→inhuman→superhuman→unbearable→✏️ Quick Practice
Quick Quiz: inhumano
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📚 Etymology▼
From Latin 'inhumanus', created by adding the prefix 'in-' (meaning 'not') to 'humanus' (meaning 'human'). It has described things 'not fit for humans' for centuries.
First recorded: 13th century
Cognates (Related words)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can 'inhumano' ever be a positive word?
Not usually. It is almost always negative (cruel or unbearable). However, when describing an 'esfuerzo' (effort), it can be slightly positive in the sense of 'heroic' or 'superhuman,' but it still implies the task was extremely painful or difficult.
What is the difference between 'no humano' and 'inhumano'?
'No humano' is a factual description (e.g., an alien or a rock). 'Inhumano' is a judgment, meaning something lacks the kindness we expect from humans or is too harsh for them.
How common is this word in daily conversation?
It's quite common when talking about serious news topics or when complaining about extreme conditions like the weather or a very long workday.