The Gig Economy

5 Economy terms

Here are some words I encountered while reading "The Gig Economy", by Sarah Kessler

endearing
adjective
Inspiring affection.
Example: An endearing little cat.
en: Attachant
Gig Economy
noun
Economic activity that involves the use of temporary or freelance workers to perform jobs typically in the service sector.
Example: Working in the gig economy means constantly being subjected to last-minute scheduling.
en: "L'économie des petits boulots"
millenials
noun
A person reaching young adulthood in the early 21st century.
Example: The industry brims with theories on what makes millennials tick.
en: La génération Y
momentum
noun
Strengh or force gained by motion or by series of events.
Example: The vehicle gained momentum as the road dipped.
en: Vitesse, élan
pedicab
noun
A small pedal-operated vehicle, serving as a taxi in some countries.
Example: The last time I saw him, he was riding a pedicab.
en: cyclo-pousse/ pousse-pousse