Swedish · Family & People
Man
Man / Husband
Beginnernoun · common
Definition
An adult male person, also used for husband.
Example
Den mannen är min lärare.
That man is my teacher.
Etymology
'Man' is derived from Old Norse 'maðr', which means 'man' or 'person', showing linguistic ties to broader Germanic roots. The term has retained its meaning over centuries.
How & Where It’s Used
'Man' is used in both formal and informal contexts, prevalent in spoken discourse and various written forms, such as literature and legal text. It applies uniformly across Sweden.