What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
he
Example
He is my brother. [he: pronoun]
Example
I saw him at the store yesterday. [him: pronoun]
man
Example
The man walked down the street. [man: noun]
Example
He identifies as a trans man. [man: noun]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
He is much more commonly used than man in everyday language, as it is a basic pronoun used to refer to male individuals. Man is more specific in its meaning and is used less frequently.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between he and man?
Both he and man are considered neutral in terms of formality and can be used in both formal and informal contexts.
