Meaning
增长 means to increase or grow in quantity, size, or degree. It typically refers to gradual, sustained growth over time, commonly used for economic indicators, populations, knowledge, or skills. The word combines 增 (to increase) and 长 (to grow), emphasizing positive development or expansion.
Usage
增长 is frequently used in formal or semi-formal contexts, especially in news reports, economic discussions, and statistical descriptions. It often appears with percentages or specific amounts to describe measurable growth. Common patterns include '增长了X%' (increased by X%) or '快速增长' (rapid growth).
Examples
- 01去年中国的经济增长了百分之五。.Last year China's economy grew by five percent.
- 02通过不断学习，他的知识增长得很快。, .Through continuous learning, his knowledge has grown very quickly.
Characters
Common collocations
- 经济增长economic growth
- 快速增长rapid growth
- 增长率growth rate
- 人口增长population growth
Antonyms
Origin
Both characters reinforce the concept of growth: 增 originally meant 'to add to' or 'augment,' while 长 means 'to grow' or 'become longer.' Together they form a compound emphasizing continuous, sustained increase.