humane

/hjuːˈmeɪn/

Syllables hu·mane

Stress hu-MANE

Phonics Breakdown

hu

/hjuː/

long u_e

mane

/meɪn/

long a_e

Meaning

showing kindness, compassion, and concern for others

Sound Reference

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hu=/hjuː/(huge) + mane=/meɪn/(mane)

Example

The humane treatment of animals is required by law.