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High-value C1 vocabulary with pronunciation, collocations and examples.

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Lesson objectives

  • Learn advanced lexical items related to ageing populations & retirement.
  • Reuse collocations and pronunciation cues more accurately.
  • Transfer high-value vocabulary into speaking and writing tasks.

Vocabulario C1 — Ageing Populations & Retirement

30 palabras con definición, traducción, ejemplo y audio.

demographic shift //

/ˌdeməˈɡræfɪk ʃɪft/n
Definition:A significant change in the composition of a population, such as age, gender, or ethnicity.
Traducción:cambio demográfico
Example:The recent demographic shift towards an older population is forcing governments to rethink social security.
Collocation:significant demographic shift
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    • longevity //

    /lɒnˈdʒevəti/n
    Definition:Long life; the fact of living for a long time.
    Traducción:longevidad
    Example:Increased longevity in the 21st century has profound implications for healthcare systems.
    Collocation:remarkable longevity
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    • dependency ratio //

    /dɪˈpendənsi ˈreɪʃiəʊ/n
    Definition:The ratio of those typically not in the labour force to those typically in the labour force.
    Traducción:tasa de dependencia
    Example:Economists are concerned that a rising dependency ratio will strain national budgets by 2030.
    Collocation:rising dependency ratio
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    • proliferate //

    /prəˈlɪfəreɪt/v
    Definition:To increase rapidly in number; to multiply.
    Traducción:proliferar
    Example:As the elderly population grows, specialised care facilities will likely proliferate across the country.
    Collocation:rapidly proliferate
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    • socio-economic implications //

    /ˌsəʊsɪəʊ ˌiːkəˈnɒmɪk ˌɪmplɪˈkeɪʃənz/n phrase
    Definition:The effects of social and economic factors on a population.
    Traducción:implicaciones socioeconómicas
    Example:The socio-economic implications of a shrinking workforce must be addressed through policy reform.
    Collocation:profound socio-economic implications
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    • mitigate //

    /ˈmɪtɪɡeɪt/v
    Definition:To make something less severe, serious, or painful.
    Traducción:mitigar
    Example:New pension models aim to mitigate the financial risks associated with longer life spans.
    Collocation:mitigate the impact
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    • intergenerational equity //

    /ˌɪntədʒenəˈreɪʃənl ˈekwəti/n phrase
    Definition:The concept of fairness between different generations regarding resources and opportunities.
    Traducción:equidad intergeneracional
    Example:Policymakers must balance current welfare needs with intergenerational equity for the youth.
    Collocation:ensure intergenerational equity
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    • stagnate //

    /ˈstæɡneɪt/v
    Definition:To cease to develop; to become inactive or cease to grow.
    Traducción:estancarse
    Example:Without immigration, the workforce in many developed nations may stagnate.
    Collocation:economic growth stagnates
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    • pension deficit //

    /ˈpenʃn ˈdefɪsɪt/n
    Definition:The difference between the amount of money in a pension fund and the amount needed to pay benefits.
    Traducción:déficit de pensiones
    Example:The government is struggling to address the growing pension deficit caused by an ageing population.
    Collocation:address a pension deficit
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    • demographic dividend //

    /ˌdeməˈɡræfɪk ˈdɪvɪdend/n
    Definition:The economic growth potential that can result from shifts in a population's age structure.
    Traducción:dividendo demográfico
    Example:Countries must capitalise on their demographic dividend before their populations begin to age.
    Collocation:reap the demographic dividend
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    • succession planning //

    /səkˈseʃən ˈplænɪŋ/n
    Definition:The process of identifying and developing new leaders to replace old ones in an organisation.
    Traducción:planificación de la sucesión
    Example:Effective succession planning is vital as senior executives approach retirement age.
    Collocation:robust succession planning
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    • phased retirement //

    /feɪzd rɪˈtaɪərmənt/n
    Definition:A gradual transition from full-time work to full retirement.
    Traducción:jubilación gradual
    Example:Many companies now offer phased retirement to retain the expertise of older employees.
    Collocation:implement phased retirement
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    • knowledge transfer //

    /ˈnɒlɪdʒ ˈtrænsfɜː(r)/n
    Definition:The process of sharing or passing on knowledge from one person or group to another.
    Traducción:transferencia de conocimientos
    Example:Mentorship programmes facilitate knowledge transfer from retiring experts to younger staff.
    Collocation:seamless knowledge transfer
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    • to phase out //

    /tuː feɪz aʊt/v phrase
    Definition:To gradually stop using or doing something.
    Traducción:eliminar gradualmente
    Example:The firm plans to phase out certain roles as part of its restructuring strategy.
    Collocation:phase out gradually
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    • career longevity //

    /kəˈrɪə lɒnˈdʒevəti/n
    Definition:The ability to maintain a professional career for a long period.
    Traducción:longevidad profesional
    Example:In the modern economy, career longevity requires continuous upskilling.
    Collocation:ensure career longevity
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    • consultancy //

    /kənˈsʌltənsi/n
    Definition:The practice of giving expert advice professionally.
    Traducción:consultoría
    Example:Many retirees transition into consultancy to maintain professional engagement.
    Collocation:provide consultancy
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    • to bridge the gap //

    /tuː brɪdʒ ðə ɡæp/v phrase
    Definition:To reduce or eliminate the difference between two things or groups.
    Traducción:cerrar la brecha
    Example:Mentorship can help bridge the gap between different generations in the workplace.
    Collocation:successfully bridge the gap
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    • upskilling //

    /ˌʌpˈskɪlɪŋ/n
    Definition:The process of learning new skills to stay relevant in one's profession.
    Traducción:perfeccionamiento profesional
    Example:Continuous upskilling is essential for older workers to remain competitive.
    Collocation:constant upskilling
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    • to step down //

    /tuː step daʊn/v phrase
    Definition:To leave an important job or position.
    Traducción:dimitir / dejar el cargo
    Example:The CEO decided to step down to spend more time with his family.
    Collocation:decide to step down
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    • to hand over the reins //

    /tuː hænd ˈəʊvə ðə reɪnz/v phrase
    Definition:To pass control or responsibility to someone else.
    Traducción:ceder el mando / las riendas
    Example:After years of leadership, she is finally ready to hand over the reins to her successor.
    Collocation:willingly hand over the reins
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    • side hustle //

    /saɪd ˈhʌsl/n
    Definition:A job or way of making money in addition to one's main job.
    Traducción:trabajo secundario / 'curro' extra
    Example:Many people in their 60s are starting a side hustle to supplement their income.
    Collocation:start a side hustle
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    • to wind down //

    /tuː waɪnd daʊn/v phrase
    Definition:To gradually reduce activity or prepare for a period of rest.
    Traducción:relajarse / ir dejando de actividad
    Example:He is looking to wind down his business before fully retiring next year.
    Collocation:slowly wind down
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    • golden years //

    /ˈɡəʊldən jɪəz/n phrase
    Definition:The years of a person's life after retirement, typically when they are elderly but healthy.
    Traducción:años dorados
    Example:They plan to travel the world during their golden years.
    Collocation:enjoy one's golden years
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    • to retire on one's feet //

    /tuː rɪˈtaɪə ɒn wʌnz fiːt/v phrase
    Definition:To retire while still being active and healthy, rather than due to illness.
    Traducción:jubilarse con salud / de pie
    Example:She hopes to retire on her feet, continuing to volunteer and travel.
    Collocation:desire to retire on one's feet
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    • lifestyle change //

    /ˈlaɪfstaɪl tʃeɪndʒ/n
    Definition:A significant modification in the way a person lives.
    Traducción:cambio de estilo de vida
    Example:Retirement often necessitates a major lifestyle change.
    Collocation:radical lifestyle change
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    • to downsize //

    /tuː ˈdaʊnsaɪz/v
    Definition:To move to a smaller home or reduce the size of an organisation.
    Traducción:reducir el tamaño / mudarse a algo más pequeño
    Example:Many empty-nesters decide to downsize their homes once their children move out.
    Collocation:decide to downsize
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    • active ageing //

    /ˈæktɪv ˈeɪdʒɪŋ/n
    Definition:The process of optimisation of opportunities for health, participation and security in order to enhance quality of life as people age.
    Traducción:envejecimiento activo
    Example:The local council is promoting active ageing through community sports programmes.
    Collocation:promote active ageing
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    • to take up a hobby //

    /tuː teɪk ʌp ə ˈhɒbi/v phrase
    Definition:To start doing a new activity for pleasure.
    Traducción:empezar un pasatiempo
    Example:After retiring, he decided to take up gardening as a full-time passion.
    Collocation:decide to take up a hobby
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    • to settle down //

    /tuː ˈsetl daʊn/v phrase
    Definition:To begin to live a quiet and steady life in one place.
    Traducción:establecerse / tranquilizarse
    Example:After years of travelling, she is finally ready to settle down in a smaller town.
    Collocation:finally settle down
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    • to embrace //

    /tuː ɪmˈbreɪs/v
    Definition:To accept a change or a new idea willingly and enthusiastically.
    Traducción:adoptar / acoger
    Example:Older generations must embrace new technologies to stay connected in 2026.
    Collocation:embrace new opportunities
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