高齢化
kōrei-kanoun★Intermediate— aging population
formal
The process of a population having an increasing proportion of elderly people, typically due to low birth rates and increased life expectancy.
高齢化社会では、医療と介護の需要が増加する。
In an aging society, the demand for medical care and nursing increases.
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This term is often used in discussions about social security, healthcare, and economic policies.
Related Phrases
💡Pro Tip
Common Usage
This term is often used in discussions about social security, healthcare, and economic policies.
⚡Gold Rule
Formal Context
Use this term in formal discussions about demographics and social issues.
📖Word Origin
Derived from 高齢 (kōrei, meaning 'elderly') and 化 (ka, meaning 'process of becoming').
📝Usage Notes
This term is commonly used in demographic and sociological contexts to describe the shift in population structure.
Word Breakdown
高齢
elderly
root化
process of becoming
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