Generational Meaning in English
word
ˌdʒɛnɝˈeɪʃənəɫ
jen-uh-RAY-shuh-nuhl
dʒˌɛnəɹˈeɪʃənəl
jen-uh-RAY-shuh-nuhl
Definition
Related to, affecting, or typical of a particular generation or the differences between generations.
Usage & Nuances
Common in discussions of society, differences ('generational gap'), marketing, and change over time. Usually formal/neutral. Often appears with words like 'change', 'divide', 'wealth', or 'conflict'. Not used to describe individuals.
Spanish: generacionalPortuguese (BR): geracionalPortuguese (PT): geracionalChinese (Simplified): 世代的Chinese (Traditional): 世代的Hindi: पीढ़ीगतArabic: جيليBengali: প্রজন্মগত - প্রজন্মীয়Russian: поколенческийJapanese: 世代の - 世代間のVietnamese: thế hệ - thuộc về thế hệKorean: 세대의 - 세대간의Turkish: nesillerle ilgili - kuşaklar arasıUrdu: نسلی - نسل در نسلIndonesian: generasi - antar generasi
Example Sentences
There is a generational difference in how people use technology.
basic
This is a generational tradition passed down in my family.
basic
Many workplaces face generational challenges.
basic
We're seeing a generational shift in attitudes toward climate change.
natural
The generational wealth gap is widening in many countries.
natural
There's always some generational conflict between parents and teenagers.
natural