unemployment
ʌnˈemplɔɪməntthe state of being without a job or work, especially when one is actively seeking employment
बेरोज़गारी दर बढ़ रही है।
The unemployment rate is rising.
This term is commonly used in economic and labor market discussions.
a situation where people who are willing and able to work cannot find jobs
बेरोज़गारी युवाओं में बढ़ती चिंता का कारण है।
Unemployment is a growing concern among the youth.
This definition emphasizes the social impact of unemployment.
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💡Pro Tip
Context Matters
In economic discussions, 'unemployment' often refers to statistical measures, while in sociology, it may focus on social consequences.
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Accurate Usage
Use 'unemployment' to describe the lack of jobs, not the act of being fired or quitting a job.
📖Word Origin
From Middle French 'en- + emploi (employment) + -ment (suffix forming nouns)', first attested in English in the late 16th century.
📝Usage Notes
The term is often used in economic reports, labor statistics, and social policy discussions. It can also refer to structural unemployment, cyclical unemployment, or frictional unemployment in economic contexts.