history of humanity
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history of humanity
The entire documented and handed-down development of humanity from its beginnings to the present.
Die Erfindung des Buchdrucks war ein Meilenstein in der Menschheitsgeschichte.
The invention of printing was a milestone in the history of humanity.
This word is made up of three parts: 'Menschheit' (humanity), the linking '-s-', and 'Geschichte' (history). So it literally means the 'Geschichte der Menschheit' (history of humanity).
Die Entwicklung der Schrift ist ein zentrales Thema der Menschheitsgeschichte.
The development of writing is a central topic in the history of humanity.
'Menschheitsgeschichte' (history of humanity) is often used in fixed expressions to describe important events. Typical phrases are 'ein Meilenstein in der Menschheitsgeschichte' (a milestone in the history of humanity) or 'im Laufe der Menschheitsgeschichte' (over the course of human history).
Im Laufe der Menschheitsgeschichte gab es viele große Entdeckungen.
Over the course of human history, there have been many great discoveries.
The word 'Menschheitsgeschichte' (history of humanity) belongs more to written language or educated usage. It is often found in documentaries, nonfiction books, and academic contexts.
Professor Schmidt hält eine Vorlesung über die frühe Menschheitsgeschichte.
Professor Schmidt is giving a lecture on early human history.
world history / big deal
'Weltgeschichte' and 'Menschheitsgeschichte' can be used very similarly in many historical contexts. Both refer to the grand history of human beings from the beginning up to today. 'Weltgeschichte' tends to emphasize the whole world, different cultures, and global events. 'Menschheitsgeschichte' more strongly emphasizes the development of humans as humanity. In school, in books, or in lectures, the two are often interchangeable when talking about broad historical contexts.
Die Erfindung der Schrift war ein großer Schritt in der Menschheitsgeschichte.
The invention of writing was a major step in the history of humanity.
Im Unterricht sprechen wir heute über wichtige Ereignisse der Weltgeschichte.
In class today, we are talking about important events in world history.