The generation
Example: The new generation uses technology in everyday life
Definition
"The generation" refers to a group of individuals born and living around the same time, often sharing similar cultural experiences, values, and social influences. For example, the new generation uses technology in everyday life, highlighting their distinct habits and perspectives.
Etymology
The phrase "the generation" comes from the Latin word 'generatio,' meaning 'a begetting' or 'production.' It originally referred to the act of producing offspring, which evolved to describe a group of people born and living during the same period. Did you know? The use of 'generation' to describe a group with shared characteristics became popular during the 20th century.
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"The generation" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - General - (A2) - set 4", containing 116 commonly used words.
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