mentch

English

Alternative forms

• mentsch
• mentsh
• mensch

Etymology

From Yiddish מענטש (mentsh, “an honorable person”), from German Mensch (“person”).

Pronunciation

• IPA: /mɛntʃ/
  • Rhymes: -ɛntʃ

Noun

mentch (plural mentches)

1. (literally) A human or person.
2. A person with integrity and concern for others.
3. A gentleman.

Antonyms

• imposter
• snob