Spanish Conversation · Level 47
75 words
Spanish word
aumentar
Pronunciation
IPA/awmenˈtaɾ/
Meaning
- verbincrease
Example
Quiero aumentar mis ahorros.
I want to increase my savings.
More examples
¿Podemos aumentar el salario a partir del próximo mes?
Can we raise the salary starting next month?
Core concept
Hands adding coins to a pile.
Common phrases
aumentar el salario
raise salary
aumentar el riesgo
increase risk
aumentar de peso
gain weight
Similar words
subir: Increases an amount, price, or level, typically referring to a rise in value or cost.
ampliar: Expands the scope, range, or content of something to make it larger or more comprehensive.
Definition in Spanish
Hacer que algo sea mayor en cantidad, tamaño o intensidad.
Word origin
From Latin augmentāre, from augēre 'to increase', and it functions as a causative verb meaning to make something greater.
Usage tips
- Often used transitively with a direct object (aumentar algo) to indicate increasing a quantity, size, or intensity, while speakers often prefer subir when something rises by itself.