sing1升
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Yalesīng
Definition
To rise, ascend, or go up; to raise, elevate, or promote.
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How it's used
Focus on the movement from a lower position to a higher one, whether literal like physical height or figurative like status or price. It is frequently used in professional contexts regarding career advancement or economic data. While 昇 is a valid variant, 升 is the standard character used in modern daily writing for both physical and abstract increases.
Examples
His salary has gone up a lot this year.
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Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 升高, which is often used specifically for physical height or levels. When talking about a person's promotion, use 升職 instead of just 升.
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Grammar guides
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