die Erhöhung, -en
increase
Es bedeutet, dass etwas mehr oder größer wird als vorher.
The German word "Erhöhung" is a noun meaning "increase" or "raise". It comes from the verb "erhöhen", which means "to raise" or "to increase".
- Höhe = height
- -ung = a noun suffix indicating the result or action
Similar words include:
- Steigerung (rise, increase)
- Anstieg (rise, increase)
- Zunahme (growth, increase)
Differences:
- Erhöhung often implies a deliberate or official increase (e.g., salary increase).
- Steigerung can be used for general improvement or amplification.
- Anstieg typically describes a natural or measurable rise (e.g., temperature).
- Zunahme usually refers to a steady growth or increment over time.
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Examples
Die Erhöhung der Preise ist unvermeidlich.noun
The increase of prices is inevitable.
Eine Erhöhung des Gehalts wurde angekündigt.noun
An increase in salary was announced.
Eine Erhöhung des Niveaus ist erkennbar.noun
An increase in level is recognizable.
Die Erhöhung des Preises war unvermeidlich.noun
The increase in the price was unavoidable.
Die Erhöhung der Preise betrifft uns alle.noun
The increase in prices affects us all.
Eine Erhöhung der Preise ist angekündigt.noun
An increase in prices has been announced.
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