increase

/ɪnˈkriːs/ noun A2 Neutral

Daily Life

Meaning

An increase means something gets bigger or higher.

💡 Often used to talk about numbers or amounts going up.

Example Sentences

There is an increase in the number of students today .

There is an increase in the price of bread today .

Word in Context

The small bakery is busy in winter . The owner sees an increase in customers in December . He opens the shop earlier and makes more bread . Many people buy warm bread on their way to work .

Common Phrases

price increase increase in size

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