generation

ˌdʒɛnəˈreɪʃən
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Translation of generation from English into Dutch

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Noun

1.

age group

all people born around the same time
  • The younger generation tends to be more tech-savvy.De jongere generatie is meestal handiger met technologie
2.

creation

production of something
  • The factory is responsible for the generation of hundreds of cars daily.De fabriek is verantwoordelijk voor de productie van honderden auto's dagelijks
3.

time period

TECH.
average time for children to grow up
TECH.
  • A generation is typically about thirty years.Een generatie is doorgaans ongeveer dertig jaar.
4.

technology

TECH.
stage in the development of technology
TECH.
  • This smartphone is the latest generation.Deze smartphone is de nieuwste generatie.
5.

energy

TECH.
production of electricity or heat
TECH.
  • The generation of electricity from solar panels is increasing.De opwekking van elektriciteit door zonnepanelen neemt toe.
6.

sound

TECH.
copy of a recording made from an earlier copy
TECH.
generatie fkopieergeneratie
  • The third generation of the tape was barely audible.De derde generatie van de band was nauwelijks hoorbaar.
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Expressions with generation: examples in English and translations in Dutch

verloren generatie
Many young people today feel like a lost generation.
sneeuwvlokgeneratie
generatie sneeuwvlokjes
Some call them the snowflake generation for being easily upset.
sandwichgeneratie
Many in the sandwich generation feel overwhelmed by their responsibilities.
eens in een generatie
A talent like hers comes along once in a generation.
een generatie overslaan
Bell-bottom jeans seem to skip a generation in fashion.
volgende generatie
The next generation is being trained to handle complex global challenges.

Synonyms and analogies of generation in English

Examples of generation in a sentence

  • Each generation faces its own unique challenges.
  • The generation of new ideas is crucial for innovation.
  • Solar panels aid in the generation of renewable energy.
  • The cultural shift was evident in just one generation.
  • The new gaming console represents a significant leap in generation.
  • This laptop belongs to the previous generation of devices.

Translations of "generation" in Context ordered by category and frequency

Noun
generatienf.

The old traditions are sorely missed by the older generation.

De oude tradities worden door de oudere generatie sterk gemist.

opwekkingnf.

A facility for the generation of power from moving water.

Een faciliteit voor de opwekking van energie uit bewegend water.

geslachtnn.

So you could call the disciples a generation of small faith.

Je zou de discipelen dus een klein gelovig geslacht kunnen noemen.

productienf.

It does of course cover the generation of electricity through nuclear fission.

Daaronder valt natuurlijk ook de productie van elektrische energie middels kernsplijting.

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Other translations for generation:

  • aanmaaknm.

generation: Examples and translations in context

She is considered the greatest opera star of her generation.

Zij wordt beschouwd als de grootste operaster van haar generatie.

Many consider him the best rock star of this generation.

Velen zien hem als de beste rockster van deze generatie.

He struggles to make the connection with the younger generation.

Hij vindt het moeilijk om aansluiting te vinden bij de jongere generatie.

The influencing artist impacted the entire generation with her unique style.

De invloedrijke kunstenaar heeft met haar unieke stijl een hele generatie gevormd.

The rising generation is known for its creativity and adaptability.

De nieuwe generatie staat bekend om haar creativiteit en veerkracht.

His borrowing tone reflects the language used by an earlier generation.

Zijn ontleende toon weerspiegelt het taalgebruik van een vroegere generatie.

The missionary shared stories of resilience to inspire the young generation.

De hulpverlener deelde verhalen over veerkracht om de jonge generatie te inspireren.

Time moves through history, bringing change to every generation.

De tijd schrijdt door de geschiedenis en brengt elke generatie verandering.

See also:

next generationsecond generationgeneration to generationlead generation
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