gen
word
jen
jen
Definition
'Gen' is a British informal word for information or knowledge about something, especially useful or insider details.
Usage & Nuances
Primarily British and informal. Usually used in phrases like 'good gen' or 'the gen on (something)'. Rarely used in American English. Not related to 'gene' (biology). Common in casual spoken English, especially among hobbyists or specialists.
Spanish: información - dato (informal)Portuguese (BR): informação (informal) - dicaPortuguese (PT): informação (informal) - dicaChinese (Simplified): 消息（非正式）- 情报Chinese (Traditional): 消息（非正式）- 情報Hindi: जानकारी (अनौपचारिक)Arabic: معلومات (عامية) - خبرBengali: তথ্য - খবর - তথ্যাদিRussian: информация - сведения - инсайдJapanese: 情報Vietnamese: thông tin - tin nội bộKorean: 정보Turkish: bilgi - iç bilgiUrdu: معلومات - خبروںIndonesian: info - informasi - kabar
Example Sentences
Do you have any gen on the new movie?
basic
Here's the latest gen about the schedule.
basic
She gave me some useful gen on the exam.
basic
Let me know if you get any inside gen about the job openings.
natural
That's the gen I heard from someone who's actually working there.
natural
Can you give me the gen on what to expect at the interview?
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