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mensch

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Noun — A person of genuine decency, integrity, and honour.

Etymology

From Yiddish mentsh ("an honourable person"), ultimately from Old High German mennisko ("human being").

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Frequently asked questions

What does “mensch” mean?

The word “mensch” means a person of genuine decency, integrity, and honour. In plain terms, a thoroughly good, honest, stand-up person.

How do you pronounce “mensch”?

“Mensch” is pronounced mehnch (/mɛnt͡ʃ/ in IPA).

How do you use “mensch” in a sentence?

Here is “mensch” used in a sentence: “He returned the lost wallet with all the cash inside — a real mensch.”

What part of speech is “mensch”?

“Mensch” is a noun.

Where does the word “mensch” come from?

The word “mensch” comes from German. From Yiddish mentsh ("an honourable person"), ultimately from Old High German mennisko ("human being").

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