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Mensch: meaning, definitions and examples

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mensch

 

[ mษ›nสง ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

character reference

The term 'mensch' is of Yiddish origin, meaning a person of integrity and honor. It refers to someone who is responsible, compassionate, and stands up for what is right. In Jewish culture, being a mensch is a personโ€™s highest compliment.

Synonyms

decent human, gentleman, good person

Examples of usage

  • He is such a mensch, always helping others in need.
  • In our community, she is regarded as a true mensch for her charitable works.
  • To be labeled a mensch means living with moral integrity.
  • His decision to help the homeless showed he is a real mensch.

Translations

Translations of the word "mensch" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น ser humano

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคฎเคจเฅเคทเฅเคฏ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Mensch

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ manusia

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะปัŽะดะธะฝะฐ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ czล‚owiek

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ไบบ้–“

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท humain

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ humano

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท insan

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์ธ๊ฐ„

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุฅู†ุณุงู†

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ฤlovฤ›k

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ ฤlovek

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ไบบ็ฑป

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ ฤlovek

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ maรฐur

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะฐะดะฐะผ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒแƒ“แƒแƒ›แƒ˜แƒแƒœแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ insan

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ humano

Etymology

The word 'mensch' comes from the Yiddish language, which itself is a High German-derived language historically spoken by Ashkenazi Jews. Its roots can be traced back to the Middle High German word 'mensch,' which means 'person' or 'human being.' The Yiddish language, which emerged in Central and Eastern Europe, incorporated many elements from German, Hebrew, Aramaic, and Slavic languages. Over time, 'mensch' evolved to carry the deeper connotation of moral character and humane qualities. Its usage has spread into broader English vernacular, particularly within Jewish communities, to represent a person who embodies integrity and ethical behavior. The term's popularity in English has also been bolstered by its prevalence in literature, film, and everyday conversation, highlighting the importance of being a good person in society.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #39,444, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.