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US/ˌʌn.ɪmˈplɔɪ.mənt/
UK/ˌʌn.ɪmˈplɔɪ.mənt/
the situation of not having a job, or the number of people without jobs
In context
Youth unemployment is a big problem in many countries.
Unemployment in the town rose sharply after the factory closed.
He received unemployment benefit for three months while looking for work.
Words that go with unemployment
adjective + noun
- high unemploymentThe region suffers from high unemployment.
- rising unemploymentRising unemployment worries the government.
noun + noun
- unemployment rateThe unemployment rate fell to 2%.
- youth unemploymentYouth unemployment is rising.
- unemployment benefitShe applied for unemployment benefit.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
Many young people are unemployment.Correct: Many young people are unemployed.