sandwich generation

English

Etymology

So called because they are "sandwiched" between the preceding and succeeding generations.

Noun

sandwich generation (plural sandwich generations)

The generation of people who are the children of baby boomers, whose lifestyle is governed by the fact that they must simultaneously care for the needs of their children and their own elderly parents.

Translations

children of baby boomers who simultaneously care for their children and their parents

Hungarian: szendvicsgeneráció

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