demographic pattern

[/ˌdeməˈɡræfɪk ˈpætərn/]
nounpl: demographic patterns
padrão demográfico
1. A recurring or characteristic sequence or arrangement of demographic data, such as age distribution, birth rates, death rates, migration patterns, or population growth within a specific geographic area or social group
The demographic pattern of rural areas shows an aging population as younger people migrate to cities.
O padrão demográfico das áreas rurais mostra uma população envelhecida enquanto pessoas mais jovens migram para as cidades.
2. Statistical regularities or trends in population characteristics that repeat across time periods or between comparable populations
Researchers identified a demographic pattern of declining birth rates in developed nations.
Os pesquisadores identificaram um padrão demográfico de queda nas taxas de natalidade em nações desenvolvidas.
3. Observable arrangements of population variables that reveal underlying social, economic, or cultural structures
The demographic pattern revealed significant disparities in income distribution across different ethnic groups.
O padrão demográfico revelou disparidades significativas na distribuição de renda entre diferentes grupos étnicos.
The term is widely used in academic, government, and business contexts in both Brazil and the United States. In Brazil, demographic patterns are frequently studied in relation to urbanization trends, regional migration from northeast to southeast, and aging populations. In the US, demographic pattern analysis is essential for census planning, voting redistricting, and market research. The term carries significant weight in policy discussions regarding social programs, healthcare planning, and economic forecasting in both countries.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
demographic trendpopulation patterndemographic structuredemographic distributiondemographic composition
Antonyms / Antônimos
demographic anomalystatistical irregularitypopulation disruption

Regional Variations

General Brazilian Portuguese
padrão demográfico
Standard term used in academic and statistical contexts
Portugal
padrão demográfico
Same usage as Brazilian Portuguese; commonly used in EU demographic studies
General English (USA)
demographic pattern
Primary term used in US Census Bureau and academic literature
General English (UK)
demographic pattern
Common in UK Office for National Statistics reports and academic publications

Related Words

demographicspopulation growthage structuremigrationfertility ratemortality ratecensus datapopulation statistics

Related Idioms & Phrases

follow demographic patterns
break demographic patterns
shift in demographic patterns
demographic pattern shift
emerging demographic pattern
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