dai6 zang1遞增递增
Jyutpingdai6 zang1
Yaledaih jāng
Definition
To increase gradually or step by step.
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How it's used
Formal in tone, this term is primarily found in written reports, news, or academic contexts rather than casual conversation. It implies a steady, systematic, or mathematical progression rather than a sudden spike. When describing everyday situations, speakers usually prefer simpler verbs like 加或者升。
Examples
Prices have been increasing gradually these few years.
Is the balance in your account increasing gradually?
Related words
Common phrases
continuously increasing gradually
an upward trend
Common mistake
Avoid using this in casual settings to describe simple things like adding sugar to coffee or increasing the volume of a radio, as it sounds overly stiff and unnatural.
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