Older generation in Korean 🇰🇷

기성세대 info.

Tips to Remember:
• Break the word into two parts: “기성” (gi-seong) means “already established” and “세대” (se-dae) means “generation.” Think of it as a generation that’s already been formed or set.
• Associate “기성세대” with established traditions and attitudes that have been passed down.

Explanations:
• “기성세대” is used to refer to the older generation, especially in contrast to younger or emerging groups. It implies a generation that has already established societal norms.
• The word is often used in discussions about cultural or generational differences, sometimes with a critical tone toward outdated or inflexible attitudes.

Other Words That Mean the Same Thing:
• “구세대” (gu-se-dae) – literally “old generation.”
• “장년층” (jang-nyeon-cheung) – referring to the mature or senior generation, although it can be more neutral in tone.

Alternate Meanings / Slang:
• In casual or critical speech, “기성세대” may be used to describe individuals who are perceived as resistant to change or overly traditional. This usage emphasizes a gap between modern ideas and established practices.
• There isn’t a widely used slang variant, but the term can carry pejorative overtones depending on context.

Example Sentences:
1. 기성세대는 새로운 기술에 적응하는 데 시간이 걸리는 경우가 많다.
(Gi-seong-se-dae-neun sae-ro-un gi-sul-e jeok-eung-haneun de si-gan-i geol-li-neun gyeong-u-ga manh-da.)
Translation: The older generation often takes time to adapt to new technology.

2. 사회 변화에 대응하기 위해 기성세대의 인식 변화가 필요하다.
(Sa-hwoe byeon-hwa-e dae-eung-ha-gi wi-hae gi-seong-se-dae-ui in-sik byeon-hwa-ga pi-ryo-ha-da.)
Translation: In order to respond to social changes, a shift in the mindset of the older generation is necessary.

3. 젊은 세대와 기성세대 사이의 갈등은 종종 문화 충돌로 이어진다.
(Jeol-meun se-dae-wa gi-seong-se-dae sa-i-ui gal-deung-eun jong-jong mun-hwa chung-dol-ro ee-eo-jin-da.)
Translation: The conflict between the younger and older generations often leads to cultural clashes.

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