Gen z
/en/Source Language: The language or dialect this term originates from (EN).Definition & Context
A term referring to the demographic group of people born approximately between 1997 and 2012, known as “digital natives” due to growing up in an era of digital technological advancements, the internet, and social media.
Synonyms & Variants
anak digital
A term describing individuals who grew up in the era of digital technology and the internet.
digital native
A loan term from English referring to people born and raised in the digital era.
gen z
Popular abbreviation of 'generasi Z' often used in daily conversations and social media.
generasi z
A demographic cohort born approximately between the mid-1990s and early 2010s, often associated with intensive digital technology use.
Usage Notes or Etymology
The term “Gen Z” is an abbreviation of “Generation Z,” which is the demographic grouping after the Millennial Generation. The use of the letter Z follows the convention of naming previous generations such as Generation X and Generation Y (Millennials). The primary characteristic of Gen Z is their early exposure to digital technology, which shapes their worldview, social interactions, and media consumption differently from previous generations. This concept of generational grouping first became popular in the United States and was subsequently adopted globally to analyze social and economic trends.
Real-world Usage
Anak Gen Z memang kreatif-kreatif ya, suka bikin konten viral.
English Translation
Representative of real-world usage and contextual accuracy.