nhân văn
[ɲən˧˧ van˧˧]
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Sense 1
Meaning · English
(adjective) humanist; humanistic
Where it’s used:
Used
Toàn quốc & hải ngoại · Vietnam-wide & diaspora
Sources & notes
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Sense 2
Meaning · English
(adjective) compassionate, generous, charitable
Examples
lòng nhân văngenerosity
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Sense 3
Meaning · English
(noun) the humanities
Examples
Đại học Khoa học Xã hội và Nhân vănthe University of Social Sciences and Humanities
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Common questions
What does “nhân văn” mean?
(adjective) humanist; humanistic
Is “nhân văn” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.