Gen y
/en/Source Language: The language or dialect this term originates from (EN).Definition & Context
Gen Y refers to a demographic group or generation born between 1981 and 1996. This group is often called Millennials.
Synonyms & Variants
generasi internet
A term highlighting Gen Y's characteristic as the first generation to grow up with widespread access to the internet and digital technology.
generasi mtv
A term sometimes used to refer to Generation X, given the significant influence of the MTV music channel during their adolescence.
generasi y
The formal naming for the demographic group born between 1981 and 1996, often abbreviated to Gen Y.
milenial
A term referring to the demographic group born between the early 1980s and mid-1990s or early 2000s, often considered a synonym for Gen Y.
Usage Notes or Etymology
The term “Gen Y” is an abbreviation for “Generation Y.” This naming emerged as a continuation of “Generation X” (Gen X) and is used to identify individuals born after Gen X. The main characteristics of Gen Y include growing up during the early internet era, social media, and experiencing the 2008 global financial crisis. The term was first used in 1993 in Advertising Age magazine. In Indonesia, the use of this term became popular with the adoption of digital technology and global discourse on demographic characteristics.
Real-world Usage
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English Translation
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