# Anthropomorphism

Don't attribute human qualities to software or hardware.

Anthropomorphism is a category of figurative language, which is less precise and is often harder
to understand and translate than direct language. For more information, see
[Write for a global audience](https://developers.google.com/style/translation).

Recommended: A Delimiter object specifies
where to split a string.

Not recommended: A Delimiter object tells
the splitter where a string should be broken.

Recommended: The PC detects a new
device.

Not recommended: The PC sees a new
device.