Pronunciation: [d͡ʒˈʌnd͡ʒ] (IPA) 
The German word "Junge" is spelled with a "j" followed by a "u" with an umlaut, and then a "n," a "g," and an "e." The IPA phonetic transcription for "Junge" is /jʊŋə/. The "j" sounds like the English letter "y," while the "u" with an umlaut is pronounced like the "oo" in the word "wood." The "n" and "g" are pronounced in a similar way to English, and the final "e" is silent. "Junge" means "boy" in English.
Junge is a German noun that translates to "boy" or "youth" in English. It is commonly used to refer to a male child or young person, typically ranging in age from infancy to teenage years. However, the precise age range can vary depending on context and regional usage.
The word "junge" carries a gender-specific connotation, specifically assigning it to males. This distinguishes it from "Mädchen," which means "girl" in German. Thus, when referring to a young female, the appropriate term would be "Mädchen."
In addition to describing the gender of a young individual, the term "junge" also highlights their youthful characteristics. It emphasizes their age and immaturity, implying that they are still developing physically, emotionally, and intellectually.
The word "junge" can be used both literally to denote a male child or adolescent and figuratively to convey qualities associated with youth, such as innocence, energy, curiosity, and playfulness. It is a term deeply embedded in human cultures, reflecting the universal need to distinguish between male and female individuals and to acknowledge the unique characteristics of the stages of human development.
Overall, "junge" is a fundamental German term that encompasses the concept of a young male individual, encompassing both their gender and their youthful qualities.
The word "junge" is derived from the Old High German word "jungo" or "jungazon", which meant "young". This ultimately traces back to the Proto-Germanic root *jungaz, meaning "young" or "youthful". The word has persisted in various Germanic languages, including Dutch ("jongen"), Swedish ("pojke"), and Danish ("dreng"), all of which mean "boy" or "youth". In German, "junge" specifically refers to a young boy.
