earthlings
word · lemma: earthling
Definition
People or beings that live on Earth; often used in science fiction when referring to humans from the point of view of aliens.
Usage & Nuances
Primarily appears in science fiction, comics, or humorous contexts, often when an alien describes humans. Rarely used in serious contexts. Not a formal term.
Spanish: terrestres - habitantes de la TierraPortuguese (BR): terráqueosPortuguese (PT): terráqueosChinese (Simplified): 地球人Chinese (Traditional): 地球人Hindi: पृथ्वीवासीArabic: سكان الأرض
Example Sentences
Aliens landed and spoke to the earthlings.
basic
We are all earthlings living on the same planet.
basic
The movie shows how earthlings try to understand space visitors.
basic
"Greetings, earthlings!" said the robot from the spaceship.
natural
To an alien, all humans are just earthlings.
natural
Sometimes I wonder how earthlings look from outer space.
natural