Translation of German word "Mensch" to English
derMensch
/mɛns/
Meaning
NounAn individual who has been granted personhood; usually a human being.
How to use
The masculine noun Mensch ('human / person / mankind') belongs to the weak masculine declension (n-declension). It takes -en in all cases except nominative singular (des Menschen, dem Menschen, den Menschen). Plural is Menschen.
🇬🇧 English
person
Example
Jeder Mensch ist einzigartig, sowohl geistig als auch körperlich.
Every person is unique, both mentally and physically.
Jack war schon immer ein Hundemensch, aber ich bevorzuge Katzen.
Jack has always been a dog person, but I prefer cats.
Your personal vocabulary
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- guter Mensch— good person
- junge Menschen— young people (plural)
- Menschheit— humanity / mankind (related noun)
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What is the definition of the German word "der Mensch"?▼
The German word "der Mensch" is defined as: "An individual who has been granted personhood; usually a human being."
What does the German word "der Mensch" mean?▼
The German word "der Mensch" means "person" in English.
How do you pronounce the German word "Mensch"?▼
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Can I see an example sentence with "Mensch"?▼
Yes, here is a practical example: "Der Mensch ist sehr intelligent." (which translates as "Every person is unique, both mentally and physically.").
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