hans
word
/ˈhænz/, /ˈhɑns/
hanz, hahns
/ˈhænz/, /ˈhɑːns/
hanz, hahnz
Definition
A male given name, commonly used in German-speaking countries. It is used to refer to a person named Hans.
Usage & Nuances
This is a proper noun, so it is capitalized: 'Hans', not 'hans' in normal writing. It does not have a meaning like a common vocabulary word; pronunciation may vary slightly by language.
Spanish: Hans (nombre propio)Portuguese (BR): Hans (nome próprio)Portuguese (PT): Hans (nome próprio)Chinese (Simplified): 汉斯Chinese (Traditional): 漢斯Hindi: हांसArabic: هانسBengali: হান্সRussian: ГансJapanese: ハンスVietnamese: HansKorean: 한스Turkish: HansUrdu: ہانسIndonesian: Hans
Example Sentences
Hans is my new classmate.
basic
I saw Hans at the store.
basic
Hans lives near the park.
basic
I think Hans is running a little late.
natural
Did Hans tell you about the meeting tomorrow?
natural
If you see Hans, ask him to call me back.
natural