This is the 3323rd most frequent Japanese word.
担い手
"担い手" means "bearer" or "person responsible for carrying out a role or task."
担い手 in this sentence refers to 'players' or 'participants,' signifying individuals who take on the roles and responsibilities necessary for community development.
地域社会の発展には、若い担い手が欠かせません。
The development of the local community requires young players.
担い手 here means 'bearers' or 'practitioners,' referring to those who are responsible for carrying on traditional performing arts.
伝統芸能の担い手が減少しているのは課題です。
The reduction in bearers of traditional performing arts is an issue.
担い手 in this instance denotes 'bearers,' individuals tasked with future leadership and development roles within a company.