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economic growth; economic expansion
An increase in the production of goods and services in an economy over time, typically measured by GDP. A fundamental concept in economics and news reporting.
経済成長が鈍化している。
Economic growth is slowing down.
高度経済成長期に日本は大きく変わった。
Japan changed dramatically during the period of rapid economic growth.
持続可能な経済成長を実現するためには、環境にも配慮する必要がある。
To achieve sustainable economic growth, it is necessary to also consider the environment.
A compound of 経済 (economy) and 成長 (growth). One of the most frequently used terms in Japanese news and economic discussion.
HISTORICAL CONTEXT:
Japan's 高度経済成長 (high economic growth period, roughly 1955-1973) transformed the country from postwar devastation into the world's second-largest economy. This era is a defining reference point in modern Japanese history.
COMMON COLLOCATIONS:
- 経済成長率 — economic growth rate
- 高度経済成長 — rapid economic growth
- 経済成長を遂げる — to achieve economic growth
- 持続可能な経済成長 — sustainable economic growth
SIMILAR WORDS:
- 景気 — economic conditions (broader, includes ups and downs)
- 発展 — development (broader, not limited to economics)
- GDP — gross domestic product (the standard measure)