Meaning of the word "unemployment rate" in English
What does "unemployment rate" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
unemployment rate
US /ʌnɪmˈplɔɪmənt reɪt/
UK /ʌnɪmˈplɔɪmənt reɪt/
Noun
1.
the percentage of the total labor force that is unemployed but actively seeking employment and willing to work
Example:
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The government announced a decrease in the unemployment rate.
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A high unemployment rate can indicate economic problems.
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