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Anonymous Posted 12 years ago
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generation gap

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Generations can be distinguished by the differences in their language use. The generation gap has created a parallel gap in language that can be difficult to communicate across.

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Generation gap/Gap in generation has made it hard for....

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The correct term is generation gap . You could possibly say, "the gap between generations," but that would seem tedious and unnecessary. "Gap in generation" does not make sense in this usage.

— KJinCali79

  • The correct term is generation gap .
  • You could possibly say, "the gap between generations," but that would seem tedious and unnecessary.
  • "Gap in generation" does not make sense in this usage.
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The correct term is generation gap.
You could possibly say, "the gap between generations," but that would seem tedious and unnecessary. "Gap in generation" does not make sense in this usage.
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Different generations may use language differently. This can lead to miscommunications. (Note: This is not just a generational attribute, but also regionally, and even within different groups or subcultures.)
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I would also recommend choosing a different term or phrase in place of "parallel gap". Using 'gap' twice in such close proximity is redundant and distracting.

Suggestion: "The generation gap has created a verbal chasm that can be difficult to bridge."
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