社会保障
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Meanings
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noun, noun which may take the genitive case particle 'no'
Refers to the system of public programs providing economic security, such as pensions, health insurance, and welfare.
The social security system is important in an aging society.
He is concerned about the increase in social security costs.
Usage patterns
- 社会保障を受けるto receive social security (benefits)
As people age, more of them receive social security benefits.
- 社会保障制度を改革するto reform the social security system
The government announced a policy to reform the social security system.
- 社会保障費が増えるfor social security spending to increase
Social security spending is rising due to the declining birthrate and aging population.
- 社会保障の充実を図るto work toward strengthening social security
The local government is working to strengthen social security provisions.