mensch Definition
- 1a person of integrity and honor
- 2a person who is responsible, reliable, and compassionate
Using mensch: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "mensch" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
Example
He's a real mensch for helping me move my furniture.
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She's such a mensch for always volunteering at the shelter.
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I wish more people were like him - he's a true mensch.
mensch Synonyms and Antonyms
Synonyms for mensch
- good person
- decent person
- upright person
- honorable person
Phrases with mensch
menschlichkeit
humanity, kindness, compassion
Example
The organization's mission is to promote menschlichkeit and social justice.
menschy
having the qualities of a mensch; kind, compassionate, and reliable
Example
Her menschy personality made her a great fit for the job.
menschdom
the collective group of mensches; the quality or state of being a mensch
Example
The company culture is known for its menschdom and ethical practices.
Origins of mensch
from Yiddish 'mentsh', meaning 'person'
Summary: mensch in Brief
'Mensch' [men(t)SH] refers to a person of integrity, honor, and compassion. It is a Yiddish term that has been adopted into English to describe someone who is responsible, reliable, and kind. Examples include 'He's a real mensch for helping me move my furniture.' 'Mensch' extends into phrases like 'menschlichkeit,' which denotes humanity and compassion.
