human construction
[ˈhjuːmən kənˈstrʌkʃən]
noun phrasepl: human constructions
construção humana
1. Something created, built, or developed by humans rather than occurring naturally
Language is a human construction that evolves over time.
A linguagem é uma construção humana que evolui ao longo do tempo.
2. A concept, idea, or system that is invented or established by human society
Money is essentially a human construction based on collective agreement.
O dinheiro é essencialmente uma construção humana baseada em acordo coletivo.
3. A physical structure or building created by humans
The bridge is an impressive human construction spanning the river.
A ponte é uma impressionante construção humana que atravessa o rio.
The term 'human construction' is frequently used in academic, philosophical, and social theory contexts in both Brazil and the United States to discuss how societies create systems like gender, race, money, and institutions. It emphasizes the human role in shaping culture and society rather than accepting these as natural or inevitable.
Related Idioms & Phrases
a human construction of reality
purely a human construction
product of human construction
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