Earthmen Meaning in English

word · lemma: earthman

US

ˈɜrθˌmɛn

URTH-men

UK

ˈɜːθmən

URTH-muhn

Definition

A term used in science fiction to refer to people or men who come from Earth, especially when compared to beings from other planets.

Usage & Nuances

Mainly found in older or classic sci-fi, not common in general conversation. Sometimes used humorously or ironically. Usually refers specifically to 'men,' but often includes all humans from Earth in an alien context.

• Spanish: terrestres - humanos (del planeta Tierra)
• Portuguese (BR): terrestres - humanos (do planeta Terra)
• Portuguese (PT): terrestres - humanos (da Terra)
• Chinese (Simplified): 地球人
• Chinese (Traditional): 地球人
• Hindi: पृथ्वीवासी
• Arabic: رجال الأرض - سكان الأرض
• Bengali: আর্থম্যান - পৃথিবীর মানুষ (বৈজ্ঞানিক কল্পকাহিনী)
• Russian: земляне
• Japanese: 地球人
• Vietnamese: người Trái Đất
• Korean: 지구인
• Turkish: dünyalılar
• Urdu: ارضی انسان
• Indonesian: manusia Bumi

Example Sentences

The aliens met the earthmen for the first time.

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The earthmen came in spaceships.

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The Martians were afraid of the earthmen.

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The earthmen negotiated peace with the alien leaders.

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Some stories show the earthmen as explorers seeking new worlds.

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The captain warned the earthmen about strange customs on the new planet.

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