Generationenkonflikt

generational conflict

noun ge-ne-rah-tsee-OH-nen-kon-flikt Rare

Usage Note

Generationenkonflikt refers to tensions arising from differing values, expectations and life experiences between age cohorts — classically between parents and adult children, or between baby boomers and younger generations.

Examples

"Der Generationenkonflikt zeigte sich besonders beim Thema Berufswahl."

Natural Translation

The generational conflict was particularly evident on the subject of career choice.

Literal Translation

The generation-conflict showed itself especially at the topic career-choice.

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