Birthrate
(noun)
The number of live births per 1,000 population in a given area in a given time period.
Origin:
Derived from the words 'birth' and 'rate'.
Examples:
- The birthrate in the country has been declining in recent years due to various factors.
- The birthrate is an important demographic indicator for a country's future population growth.
- The birthrate in the rural areas was higher than in the urban areas due to traditional values.
- The birthrate has a direct impact on the country's economic and social development.
- The birthrate is often influenced by factors such as education, employment opportunities, and healthcare.