Korean Dictionary
How to say "MZ Generation" in Korean
“MZ Generation” in Korean is MZ세대 (pronounced "MZ sedae").
MZ세대
MZ sedae
Usage & Context
Term for Millennials and Gen Z combined, born between 1981 and 2012. Characterized by digital nativity and different values from older generations.
Example Sentence
MZ세대는 디지털에 능해.
The MZ generation is skilled with digital technology.
How to use MZ세대 naturally
Quick answer
The Korean word for “MZ Generation” is MZ세대, romanized as MZ sedae.
Usage tip
Use slang only with friends or people who already speak casually with you. It can sound rude in formal Korean.
Common mistake
Do not rely only on the English meaning. Read the Korean example sentence and notice the particles, word order, and politeness level around MZ세대.
Pronunciation Guide
"MZ" is pronounced like the English letters "M" and "Z." "세" (se) sounds like "seh," similar to "say" without the 'y' sound. "대" (dae) sounds like "deh," rhyming with "day" but with a softer 'd' sound. The stress is on "MZ," with "세대" following smoothly.
More Example Sentences
Discussing generational values in the workplace.
MZ세대는 워라밸을 중요하게 생각해.
The MZ generation values work-life balance.
Referring to a trend popular with young people on social media.
요즘 MZ세대 사이에서 유행하는 챌린지야.
It's a challenge trending among the MZ generation these days.
In a business context, valuing younger employees' input.
우리 회사는 MZ세대 직원들의 의견을 적극 반영하고 있어.
Our company is actively reflecting the opinions of MZ generation employees.
Cultural Context
"MZ세대" is a widely used term in South Korea, especially in media, marketing, and business, to refer to the combined demographic of Millennials (born early 1980s to mid-1990s) and Generation Z (mid-1990s to early 2010s). This grouping highlights their shared characteristics as digital natives, their emphasis on personal values, work-life balance (워라밸, worabal), and their influence on consumption patterns and social trends. It's a common topic in news articles and discussions about societal shifts.
Editorial note
We flag slang like MZ세대 for register and audience, since Korean slang can shift quickly and may sound rude outside close friendships.
Reviewed by Min-jung Park, Korean Language Teacher. Updated May 31, 2026. See our editorial standards.
Common Phrases
MZ세대 특징
Characteristics of the MZ generation
MZ세대 트렌드
MZ generation trends
MZ세대 공략
Targeting the MZ generation (marketing term)
Related Expressions
밀레니얼 세대
millenieol sedae
Millennial Generation
Z세대
Z sedae
Gen Z
X세대
X sedae
Gen X
베이비부머 세대
beibibumeo sedae
Baby Boomer Generation
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