Gen Y refers to a demographic group or generation born between 1981 and 1996. This group is often called Millennials.
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
Gen Y sekarang banyak yang suka kopi susu kekinian.
English Translation
Many Gen Y now like trendy milk coffee.
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