German · Family & People
Mensch
Person / Human being
Beginnernoun
Definition
A human being.
Example
Er ist ein netter Mensch.
He is a nice person.
Etymology
'Mensch' originates from the Old High German 'mennisco', meaning person or human being, linked to social identity and humanity.
How & Where It’s Used
'Mensch' is used informally in spoken language, frequently as a term of endearment or respect. It is widely recognized and understood across all German-speaking areas.