Baby boomers
Definition & Context
A demographic generation born between 1946 and 1964, characterized by the post-World War II baby boom and experiencing a period of economic expansion and significant social changes in the 1960s and 1970s.
Synonyms & Variants
angkatan '46-'64
An expression referring to the age group born between 1946 and 1964, emphasizing their birth period.
boomer
A shortened and often informally used form of 'Baby Boomers', sometimes with certain connotations in everyday conversation.
generasi baby boomer
Standard term for the demographic group born between 1946 and 1964, referring to the post-World War II baby boom.
generasi tua
A general term that can include Baby Boomers, but is broader and not specific to a particular birth year range, often used in the context of intergenerational comparison.
Usage Notes or Etymology
The term originates from the 'baby boom' phenomenon, or a surge in birth rates that occurred in many Western countries, especially the United States, after the end of World War II. This period was marked by the return of soldiers from the war and economic optimism, which encouraged many families to have children. This generation grew up during a time of rapid social and technological change, shaping worldviews and values different from previous and subsequent generations.
Real-world Usage
Baby Boomers katanya paling loyal sama satu pekerjaan.
English Translation
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