저출산

jeo-chul-san
nounIntermediate
formal

Low birth rate; a demographic situation where the fertility rate is below the replacement level (typically 2.1 births per woman)

한국은 저출산으로 인해 인구 감소에 직면해 있다.

South Korea is facing population decline due to low birth rates.

정부는 저출산 문제를 해결하기 위해 다양한 정책을 시행하고 있다.

The government is implementing various policies to address the low birth rate issue.

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The term is often used in discussions about population decline, economic sustainability, and social policies.

Collocations

저출산 문제low birth rate issue저출산 정책low birth rate policy저출산 사회low birth rate society

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Related Phrases

출산 장려 정책phrase
pro-natalist policies
인구 감소phrase
population decline

💡Pro Tip

Usage in Context

Use '저출산' when discussing demographic trends, economic impacts, or government policies related to birth rates.

Gold Rule

Formal vs. Informal

This term is typically used in formal contexts, such as news reports, academic papers, and policy discussions.

📖Word Origin

Combination of 저 (low) and 출산 (birth rate).

📝Usage Notes

This term is commonly used in academic, governmental, and media discussions about demographic trends and social policies.

Word Breakdown

low
prefix
+
출산
birth rate
root
한영사전