出生率の低下 (しゅっしょうりつのていか)

Definition

The decline in birth rate. This term refers to the decreasing number of births in a population.

Analogy

Imagine a roller coaster that used to have many riders, but now only has a few. The decline in birth rate is like the decrease in riders on the roller coaster.

Related terms

少子化対策 (しょうしかたいさく): Measures to counteract declining birth rates. These are strategies and policies implemented by governments to encourage people to have more children.

年金制度 (ねんきんせいど): Pension system. This term refers to the social security program that provides financial support for retired individuals.

人口減少 (じんこうげんしょう): Population decline. It describes the reduction in the total number of people living in a specific area or country over time.