German noun
die Generation
Plural: die GenerationenEnglish: generationA2Very common
Quick answer
The correct German article for Generation is die, so you say die Generation. The plural form is die Generationen. In English, it usually means generation.
Meaning and usage
The correct article is die, so you say die Generation. The plural is die Generationen. In English, Generation usually means generation.
Learner note
Do not memorize Generation on its own — learn it as die Generation. Remember the plural together with the noun: die Generationen.
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FAQ
What is the article for Generation?
The correct article is die, so the full noun is die Generation.
What is the plural of Generation?
The plural form is die Generationen.
What does Generation mean in English?
Generation usually means generation in English.