專題特寫 |本集 精彩教學影片(講解老師:Bruce & Antony 老師)
The onset of the super-aged society
The world’s population, on average, is getting older, and Taiwan is no exception to this trend. In fact, the island is estimated to become a super-aged society by the end of this year. A super-aged society is one in which 20 percent or more of a nation’s population is aged 65 or older. Currently, more than 10 nations have super-aged populations, with Japan leading the list with nearly 30 percent of its citizens aged 65 and above. By 2050, Japan, South Korea, and Taiwan are all projected to have 35 percent or more of their populations in this age group.
There is no rule without exceptions.
所有規則皆有例外。
Most boys in that school like football, but my
son is an exception.
那間學校大部分男孩都喜歡足球,但我兒子卻是個例外。
With the exception of his ill temper, John is quite a nice person.
約翰除了脾氣壞之外,為人倒是挺不錯的。
Except for his ill temper, John is quite a nice person.
約翰除了脾氣壞之外,為人倒是挺不錯的。
The rate of unemployment has been rising in recent years.
近年來的失業率逐漸上升。
This resort is rated as the most beautiful place in the country.
這個觀光勝地被評為該國最美的地方。
At any rate, their performance did not live up to our expectations.
無論如何,他們的表現並不如我們所預期。
The country’s population is growing at a slow rate.
該國的人口以緩慢的速度成長。
On average, we work five hours overtime each week.
平均而言,我們一星期加班 5 小時。
We should learn to respect the elderly.
我們應學習尊重長者。