Translation of German word "Mann" to English
derMann
/man/
Meaning
NounAn adult male human.
How to use
The masculine noun Mann ('man / husband') declines regularly in singular (des Mannes, dem Mann) and has the plural Männer (die Männer). Note: the source translation is 'human/person' (человек), which is incorrect; Mann means a male human or a husband, whereas 'human/person' is Mensch.
🇬🇧 English
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Example
Besonders beliebt ist die Show bei Männern mittleren Alters.
The show is particularly popular with middle-aged men.
Manche Leute bevorzugen Apfelkuchen, aber ich bin ein Kirschkuchen-Fan.
Some people prefer apple pie, but I'm a cherry pie fan.
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Common phrases
- junger Mann— young man
- Ehemann— husband (related noun)
- Mann für Mann— man by man / one by one
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What is the definition of the German word "der Mann"?▼
The German word "der Mann" is defined as: "An adult male human."
What does the German word "der Mann" mean?▼
The German word "der Mann" means "man" in English.
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Yes, here is a practical example: "Ein Mann ist ein erwachsener Mann." (which translates as "The show is particularly popular with middle-aged men.").
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