noun

die Steigerung, -en

növelés

Es bedeutet, dass etwas mehr oder stärker wird als vorher.

The German word "Steigerung" is a noun meaning "increase," "growth," or "improvement." It comes from the verb "steigern" which means "to increase" or "to enhance."

  • "Steigern": to raise/boost/enhance

Similar words:

  • Zunahme (increase, growth)
  • Verbesserung (improvement)
  • Anstieg (rise, increase)

Differences:

  • Steigerung often emphasizes a process of stepwise improvement or intensification, sometimes with a qualitative aspect (e.g., of emotions, performance).
  • Zunahme is more neutral and quantitative—simple increase in number or size.
  • Verbesserung focuses on the aspect of getting better or improved quality.
  • Anstieg typically highlights a measurable rise, like in prices or temperatures.

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Examples

Die Steigerung der Effizienz ist das Ziel des Projekts.noun

A hatékonyság növelése a projekt célja.

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