人の子
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Meanings
1
someone's child; human being
Refers to a person as a child of someone, or more broadly as a human being. Often used in a humble or philosophical context.
To parents, their child is always a child.
As a human being, everyone makes mistakes.
2
other people's children
Used when contrasting one's own children with those of others. Often appears in set phrases like 人の子の世話をする.
Looking after other people's children is a big responsibility.
3
the Son of Man; Christ
Christian term for Jesus. Used in biblical contexts.
The expression 'the Son of Man' appears often in the Bible.