MECS

When it comes to French slang, the noun mec is one of the most familiar. It plays the same role as "man," "guy," or "dude" does in English slang and can be used repeatedly everyday conversation. For instance, mec can be used to greet a close friend, to gain someone's attention, or to refer to someone you don't know by name. Although it's a masculine term, you can even use it casually to address a group of men and women in some circumstances.