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How to Say ‘A close, human culture.’ in Spain Spanish

Una cultura cercana y humana.

OO-nah kool-TOO-rah ther-KAH-nah ee oo-MAH-nah

[OO-nah kool-TOO-rah ther-KAH-nah ee oo-MAH-nah]

💬 Usage Tip: [Humana] here means people-focused or humane, not just literally [human]. Spanish often uses [humano/a] to describe a warm, approachable work culture.

Phrase Breakdown

Una cultura

OO-nah kool-TOO-rah

A culture

Refers to the shared values, habits, and atmosphere of a company or group.

Example

Busco una cultura abierta.

I’m looking for an open culture.

Words in this phrase

Una

[OO-nah]

a

An article introducing a feminine singular noun.

Example

Busco una cultura cercana y humana.

I’m looking for a close and humane culture.

cultura

[kool-TOO-rah]

culture

The working style, values, and atmosphere of a company.

Example

Una cultura cercana y humana atrae a muchos candidatos.

A close and humane culture attracts many candidates.

cercana

[ther-KAH-nah]

close; approachable

Describes a friendly and accessible environment.

Example

Prefiero una cultura cercana y no demasiado rígida.

I prefer a culture that is approachable and not too rigid.

Y humana

ee oo-MAH-nah

And humane / human

Adds the idea of treating people with kindness and humanity.

Example

Queremos un trato humano y respetuoso.

We want humane and respectful treatment.

Words in this phrase

y

[ee]

and

A linking word that joins qualities together.

Example

La expresión cercana y humana usa y para unir ideas.

The expression close and humane uses y to join ideas.

humana

[oo-MAH-nah]

human; humane

Describes a culture centered on people, empathy, and care.

Example

Una cultura humana suele valorar el bienestar del equipo.

A humane culture usually values the team’s well-being.

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