expression, noun
human nature; the way people are
A set phrase meaning 'it is human nature' or 'that's just how people are'. Often used to express resignation or understanding about universal human behavior.
過ちを犯すのは人の常だ。
It is human nature to make mistakes.
美しいものに惹かれるのは人の常である。
Being drawn to beautiful things is just human nature.