nounnoun

en ungdom

youth

En person som är äldre än ett barn men ännu inte vuxen.

The Swedish word "ungdom" translates to "youth" or "teenager" in English. It generally refers to young people or the period of life between childhood and adulthood, typically encompassing ages from about 13 to 19, although its definition can vary.

Definition:

  • Ungdom: A term used to describe individuals during their adolescence or early adulthood, often emphasizing aspects of growth, development, and energetic lifestyles.

Related Terms:

  • Ung: This word means "young" and describes anyone who is in the early stages of life or in experience, not strictly limited to teenagers.
  • Tonåring: Translated to "teenager", this term specifically refers to young people aged 13 to 19.
  • Barn: Meaning "child", this refers to individuals typically aged from birth until around 12 years.
  • Vuxen: This means "adult", describing individuals who are in full maturity and have generally passed the youth stage.

Differences:

  • Ungdom can signify a broader age range than tonåring, as "youth" sometimes includes young adults in their early 20s.
  • Ung focuses on age alone, while ungdom conveys a social and behavioral context relating to youth.
  • Tonåring is more specific and is often used in a more modern or societal context to refer mainly to those within their teenage years.

In conclusion, while "ungdom" captures the essence of being young and often associated with youthful experiences, related terms specify age groups and context more precisely.

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Examples

En ungdom läser en bok.noun

A youth is reading a book.

Ungdomen spenderar tid med sina vänner.noun

The youth spends time with their friends.

Ungdomen gillar att spela fotboll på helgen.noun

The youth likes to play football on the weekend.

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