1A human being — refers to an individual person or to humankind as a whole.
人間は社会の中で生きる動物だと言われる。
Humans are said to be creatures that live within society.
彼女はみんなに好かれるいい人間だ。
She is a good person who is well-liked by everyone.
この研究は人間の脳の働きを調べるものだ。
This research investigates how the human brain works.
人間の体は約60パーセントが水分でできている。
The human body is made up of about 60 percent water.
2A person's character, personality, or nature as a human being.
彼とは長い付き合いだが、まだ人間がよく分からない。
We've known each other a long time, but I still don't fully understand what kind of person he is.
あの映画は人間の弱さと強さを描いている。
That film depicts human weakness and strength.
苦労した経験が彼の人間を大きくした。
His hardships broadened him as a person.