Definitions
- Referring to all humans as a collective group. - Talking about the human race as a whole, regardless of gender. - Emphasizing the shared characteristics and experiences of all humans.
- Referring to all humans as a collective group. - Talking about the human race as a whole, but with a historical and cultural emphasis on men. - Emphasizing the role and contributions of men in human history and society.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words refer to all humans as a collective group.
- 2Both words can be used to talk about the human race as a whole.
- 3Both words emphasize the commonalities and shared experiences of all humans.
What is the difference?
- 1Gender: Humankind is gender-neutral, while mankind has a historical and cultural emphasis on men.
- 2Inclusivity: Humankind is more inclusive and acknowledges the contributions and experiences of all genders, while mankind may exclude or marginalize women and non-binary individuals.
- 3Usage: Humankind is a more modern and politically correct term, while mankind may be considered outdated or insensitive in certain contexts.
- 4Connotation: Humankind has a more positive and inclusive connotation, while mankind may have a more patriarchal or exclusive connotation.
Remember this!
Humankind and mankind both refer to all humans as a collective group, but humankind is a more modern and inclusive term that emphasizes the shared experiences and characteristics of all humans, regardless of gender. In contrast, mankind has a historical and cultural emphasis on men and may be considered outdated or insensitive in certain contexts.
