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What is the prefix for human?

The most common prefix for human is "anthro-".

Here are some examples:

* Anthropology: The study of humankind.

* Anthropometry: The measurement of the human body.

* Anthropocentrism: The belief that humans are the most important beings.

There are also other prefixes used less commonly, such as:

* Homo-: As in "Homo sapiens" (human being).

* Human-: As in "humanitarian".

The choice of prefix depends on the specific word and its meaning.

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