tineri

Tineri is a Romanian word that functions as both the plural form of the adjective tânăr (meaning young) and as a common noun referring to young people. In everyday language and in sociological or cultural contexts, tineri denotes the group of people in the early stages of adulthood or adolescence. As a noun, it can be used in an indefinite sense (tineri) or in the definite form (tinerii), as in the youths of a city or a community.

Grammatically, tineri is masculine plural when used as an adjective to modify masculine nouns, for example băieți tineri (young boys). The feminine plural form of the corresponding adjective is tinere, as in fete tinere (young girls). When used as a noun, tineri can stand alone or take the definite plural form tinerii to mean “the youths.”

Related terms include tineret, which more formally designates the concept of youth as a social category or demographic group, often used in political, administrative, or organizational contexts. The term tineri appears frequently in media, civic discourse, and education contexts to discuss issues affecting young people, such as employment, education, and youth culture, while tineret is commonly used in formal or policy-related language.

Overall, tineri is a versatile Romanian term central to discussions about youth, functioning as both a descriptive plural adjective and a noun referring to young people as a group.