增加

增加 means 'to increase' or 'to add' in English. It refers to the action of making something larger, more numerous, or greater in amount. It is commonly used to describe growth in quantity, value, or intensity.

The character 增 (zēng) originally meant 'to grow' or 'to increase,' while 加 (jiā) means 'to add' or 'to further.' Together, they form a compound that emphasizes the idea of adding to or enhancing something already present.

增加 is widely used in daily conversation and formal writing. It appears in contexts such as business, economics, and personal development. For example, it can describe an increase in salary, population, or workload. Understanding this word helps learners grasp how Chinese expresses growth and change.