Jugend (Youth)

Definition: Jugend, in German, refers to the period of life between childhood and adulthood. It is commonly associated with the age range between 14 and 21, a time of growth, self-discovery, and transition from dependence to independence.

Opposite(s): The opposite of Jugend is Alter (old age). While Jugend signifies a state of youthful vigor and energy, Alter refers to the later stages of life characterized by a decline in physical strength and a greater accumulation of life experience.

Synonyms: Some synonyms for Jugend include:

1. Junge Jahre (Young years)
2. Teenagerzeit (Teenage time)
3. Adoleszenz (Adolescence)

Examples:

1. “In meiner Jugend habe ich viele Abenteuer erlebt.” (“In my youth, I had many adventures.”)
2. “Die Jugend von heute hat andere Interessen als früher.” (“Today’s youth has different interests than before.”)
3. “Die Jugend ist die Zukunft unserer Gesellschaft.” (“Youth is the future of our society.”)\ Visit YouGlish.com