incremento
“incremento” means “increase” in Spanish (general growth in size, amount, or intensity).
increase
Also: rise, growth
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Hubo un incremento en las ventas este mes.
A2There was an increase in sales this month.
El incremento del tráfico es un problema en la ciudad.
B1The increase in traffic is a problem in the city.
Los científicos observaron un incremento notable en la temperatura del agua.
B2Scientists observed a notable rise in the water temperature.
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Quick Quiz: incremento
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Which of these is the most natural way to say 'salary increase'?
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From the Latin word 'incrementum', which comes from 'increscere', meaning 'to grow' or 'to swell'.
First recorded: 15th century
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'incremento' the same as 'aumento'?
Yes, they are synonyms. However, 'incremento' is slightly more formal and often used in mathematics, science, or business contexts, whereas 'aumento' is used more in daily conversation.
Can 'incremento' be a verb?
Yes, 'incremento' is also the 'yo' (I) form of the verb 'incrementar' in the present tense (e.g., 'Yo incremento mi vocabulario'). To tell them apart, look for 'el' or 'un' before the noun version.
Is it used for people growing taller?
Not usually. For a person's height, we typically use the verb 'crecer' (to grow) or the noun 'crecimiento'. 'Incremento' is usually for numbers, amounts, or intensity.