出生率 (chūshēnglǜ) refers to the birth rate, which is the number of live births per thousand people in a given year. It is commonly used in demographic studies and discussions about population growth or decline, particularly in the context of social policies and economic planning.
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May 27, 2026
出生率chūshēnglǜ(chu1sheng1lv4)
出生率 (chūshēnglǜ) refers to the birth rate, which is the number of live births per thousand people in a given year. It is commonly used in demographic studies and discussions about population growth or decline, particularly in the context of social policies and economic planning.
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Cultural Note
In China, the birth rate has significant cultural implications, especially in light of the one-child policy and its recent relaxation. Discussions about 出生率 often reflect broader societal concerns regarding aging population and the need for sustainable development.
Memory Tip
Imagine a giant birthday cake with candles representing live births. The number of candles per thousand people at a party symbolizes the birth rate (出生率). The character 出 (chū) means 'to come out'—think of babies coming out to celebrate their birth!
About 出生率
出生率Simplified
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名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
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HSK 3.0L5IntermediateHSKKL3CEFRB2
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出生人数 (chūshēng rénshù) refers to the number of births, focusing on the absolute count, while 出生率 emphasizes the rate relative to the population size.
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a giant birthday cake with candles representing live births. The number of candles per thousand people at a party symbolizes the birth rate (出生率). The character 出 (chū) means 'to come out'—think of babies coming out to celebrate their birth!
Usage Notes
When using 出生率, be mindful of the context, as it is often used in formal discussions about population statistics. A common mistake is to confuse it with '死亡率' (sǐwánglǜ), which means death rate; ensure you understand the difference. It is typically used in academic or policy discussions rather than casual conversation.
HSK Study Tips
At HSK Level 5, students should focus on understanding demographic vocabulary like 出生率 in relation to societal issues. Connect it with other terms like 人口 (rénkǒu, population) and 经济 (jīngjì, economy) to enhance comprehension of discussions around population dynamics.
Cultural Note
In China, the birth rate has significant cultural implications, especially in light of the one-child policy and its recent relaxation. Discussions about 出生率 often reflect broader societal concerns regarding aging population and the need for sustainable development.
Common Mistakes
Learners often mistakenly say '出生的率' (chūshēng de lǜ) instead of 出生率 (chūshēnglǜ). The correct term combines the elements into one cohesive word without the particle '的'.
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Cultural Notes for 出生率
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In China, the birth rate has significant cultural implications, especially in light of the one-child policy and its recent relaxation. Discussions about 出生率 often reflect broader societal concerns regarding aging population and the need for sustainable development.
Frequently Asked Questions about 出生率
The opposite is 死亡率 (sǐwánglǜ), which means death rate.
出生率 is typically calculated by dividing the number of live births in a year by the total population and multiplying by 1,000.
It's mostly used in formal contexts, such as reports or discussions about demographics, rather than in casual conversation.
