riforma delle pensioni

/riˈfɔr.ma ˈdel.le penˈsjo.ni/
pension reform

Il governo sta discutendo una riforma delle pensioni.

The government is discussing a pension reform.


Law
formal

A legislative or policy change to the pension system, typically aimed at adjusting retirement age, benefits, or funding mechanisms.

La riforma delle pensioni ha aumentato l'età pensionabile.

The pension reform raised the retirement age.

Often a politically contentious topic in Italy due to its impact on workers' livelihoods and public finances.

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Political Context

Pension reforms in Italy are often named after the minister who proposed them (e.g., 'riforma Fornero').

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Gender Agreement

The phrase is feminine ('la riforma') because 'riforma' is a feminine noun in Italian.

Word Origin

From 'riforma' (reform) + 'pensioni' (pensions). The term reflects Italy's frequent adjustments to its pension system due to demographic and economic pressures.

Usage Notes

In Italian political discourse, this phrase often refers to specific legislative packages (e.g., 'riforma Fornero' or 'Quota 100').

Word Breakdown

riforma
reform
root
+
delle
of the
preposition
+
pensioni
pensions
root
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