貧困層
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Meanings
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the poor; underclass; poorest segment of the population
Refers to the socioeconomic stratum living in poverty; often used in discussions of inequality, policy, or social issues.
The government plans to expand support for the poor.
Due to widening economic inequality, the underclass is growing.
Usage patterns
- 貧困層に陥るto fall into poverty (become part of the poor)
The number of people falling into poverty due to unemployment is increasing.
- 貧困層を支援するto support/assist the poor
This NPO carries out activities to support the poor.
- 貧困層が拡大するfor the poor population to expand/grow
The poor population is expanding due to the economic downturn.
- 貧困層の割合the proportion/percentage of the poor
In this country, the proportion of poor people is rising year by year.