noun
employment rate; percentage of employment
Economic indicator measuring the proportion of a population that is employed. Often used in labor statistics and policy discussions.
今年の就業率は前年より上昇した。
The employment rate this year rose compared to the previous year.
女性の就業率が過去最高を記録した。
The female employment rate reached a record high.
Often used interchangeably but can emphasize the hiring or employment ratio in a specific context, such as for disabled persons.
Compound of 就業 (employment) + 率 (rate).