Spanish Conversation · Level 69
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Spanish word
ascenso
Pronunciation
IPA/asˈθenso/
Meaning
- masculine nounrise
Example
La temperatura está en ascenso.
The temperature is on the rise.
More examples
El ascenso de los precios afecta al presupuesto familiar.
The rise in prices affects the family budget.
Core concept
Rising thermometer.
Common phrases
en ascenso
rising
ascenso de precios
rise in prices
ascenso salarial
wage rise
Similar words
aumento: Increases in quantity or degree as a measurable change.
subida: Goes up in height, level, or numeric value as an upward movement.
incremento: Increases little by little in small steps or amounts.
elevación: Gains physical height or moves to a higher position.
Definition in Spanish
Aumento o subida en grado, posición o cantidad, usado especialmente para indicar una tendencia.
Word origin
Coming from Latin ascensus via the verb ascendere 'to climb', ascenso keeps the core idea of moving upward and is used for rising trends, growth, or advancement.
Usage tips
- When talking about statistics or weather, ascenso emphasizes a continuing upward trend, whereas aumento or subida more often indicate a single jump.