How to Say "rises" in Spanish
The most common Spanish word for “rises” is “crece” — use 'crece' when referring to an increase in quantity, level, or intensity, such as water levels, prices, or the growth of something over time..
crece
KREH-seh/ˈkɾe.se/
Examples
El nivel del río crece rápidamente con la lluvia.
The river level rises quickly with the rain.
La demanda de energía solar crece cada año.
The demand for solar energy increases every year.
Cuando llueve mucho, el río crece y puede inundar la zona.
When it rains a lot, the river rises and can flood the area.
El negocio crece lentamente, pero de forma constante.
The business expands slowly, but steadily.
Used for Statistics
In Spanish, 'crecer' is often used where English might use 'increase' or 'go up,' particularly when talking about population, markets, or abstract concepts.
levanta
leh-VAHN-tah/leˈβanta/
Examples
El sol levanta sobre el horizonte cada mañana.
The sun rises over the horizon every morning.
Ella se levanta muy temprano para ir al trabajo.
She gets up very early to go to work.
Cuando suena la alarma, mi perro se levanta de inmediato.
When the alarm rings, my dog stands up immediately.
The Reflexive 'Se'
When the person performing the action is also receiving the action (like getting oneself up), you must include the word 'se' before the verb: 'Él levanta' (He lifts a box) vs. 'Él se levanta' (He lifts himself/gets up).
Confusing 'crece' and 'levanta'
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