Meaning 1formal · 82%
One human being considered separately from a group or society.
Natural examples
Jedes Individuum reagiert anders auf Stress.
Each individual reacts differently to stress.
Die Studie untersucht das Individuum in der Gesellschaft.
The study examines the individual within society.
Auch in einer Gruppe bleibt das Individuum wichtig.
Even in a group, the individual remains important.
Usage note
Individuum is neuter, with plural Individuen. It sounds more abstract and formal than Person or Mensch.
Mini-lesson: Individuum
One human being considered separately from a group or society. Individuum is neuter, with plural Individuen. It sounds more abstract and formal than Person or Mensch.
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