Pronunciation: /juːθ/
noun the period between childhood and adulthood, early maturity
A1 Youth is the time of life when one is young.
A2 In many cultures, youth is considered a time of transition and growth.
B1 The youth of today face different challenges than previous generations.
B2 Youth organizations play a crucial role in empowering young people.
C1 The youth of the nation are the future leaders and innovators.
C2 Youth is a period of exploration, discovery, and self-discovery.
adjective relating to young people or characteristics of young people
A1 My youth friend is coming to visit me next week.
A2 She has a youth energy that is contagious.
B1 The youth culture of today is very different from when I was young.
B2 The youth unemployment rate is a major concern for the government.
C1 His youth appearance belies his actual age.
C2 The youth movement is gaining momentum and influencing policy decisions.
formal The organization aims to provide mentorship programs for at-risk youth in the community.
informal My youth group is planning a trip to the amusement park next weekend.
slang Hey, did you see that new movie about the group of youth solving mysteries? It was lit!
figurative The youth of today are the leaders of tomorrow, so it's important to invest in their development.
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