中高年
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Meanings
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noun, noun which may take the genitive case particle 'no'
middle-aged and older people; middle and old age
Refers broadly to people in their middle age and beyond, roughly from the 40s or 50s upward. Often used in social or demographic contexts.
Health management for middle-aged and older people is important.
This course is offered for middle-aged and older adults.
Usage patterns
- 〈人〉は中高年になるto reach middle age and beyond
Even though he is now middle-aged and older, he still works energetically.
- 中高年向けの〈物〉designed for middle-aged and older people
This gym has an exercise program designed for middle-aged and older people.
- 中高年の〈人〉a middle-aged or older (person)
Many middle-aged and older women take part in the yoga class.
- 〈事〉は中高年に多い(something) is common among middle-aged and older people
High blood pressure is a disease common among middle-aged and older people.