Disoccupazione
Definition
Disoccupazione refers to the state of being unemployed or not having a job. It is when individuals are actively seeking employment but are unable to find work.
Analogy
Imagine disoccupazione as being stuck in a traffic jam with no way to move forward. You want to reach your destination (employment), but circumstances are preventing you from getting there.
Related terms
Occupazione: This term refers to employment or having a job.
Tasso di disoccupazione: It represents the percentage of the labor force that is unemployed and actively seeking employment.
Sussidio di disoccupazione: It is financial assistance provided by the government to individuals who are unemployed and meet certain criteria.
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