Definition of the word welfare state

Definition of the word welfare state

Pronunciation of vocabulary welfare state

welfare statenoun
nhà nước phúc lợi
/ˌwelfeə ˈsteɪt//ˌwelfer ˈsteɪt/

Origin of the word welfare state

The phrase "welfare state" emerged in the late 19th century as a reaction to the harsh living conditions and social inequality that characterized industrialized societies at the time. It referred to a government-led initiative that aimed to provide social welfare services such as healthcare, education, and housing to its citizens, particularly those who were most in need. The term gained popularity in the aftermath of World War II, when many European and Scandinavian countries implemented social welfare programs as part of their post-war reconstruction efforts. These programs aimed to address the economic and social dislocation caused by the war, and to address the social and economic inequalities that had been revealed during the conflict. The concept of the welfare state has since been adopted by many other countries around the world as a model for social and economic development that prioritizes the well-being of its citizens over unbridled economic growth.

Example of vocabulary welfare statenamespace

a system by which the government provides a range of services to people who need them, for example medical care, money for people without work, care for old people, etc.

một hệ thống mà chính phủ cung cấp nhiều dịch vụ cho những người có nhu cầu, ví dụ như chăm sóc y tế, tiền cho người thất nghiệp, chăm sóc người già, v.v.