This is the 2751st most frequent Japanese word.
若年
"Young age" or "youth."
In this sentence, '若年層' refers collectively to the demographic group of younger individuals, emphasizing age as a category.
若年層は特に健康維持が重要です。
The younger generations are especially important to maintain their health.
Here, '若年' is used to directly describe a person's young age, highlighting their youth while acknowledging their notable capability.
若年なのに優れたリーダーシップを発揮しています。
Despite being young, they are displaying exceptional leadership.
The term '若年' here is used in '若年犯罪率' to specify crimes committed by younger individuals, focusing on the age-related aspect in the context of societal issues.