No. 7,474 in Catalan
augmentaven
"Augmentaven" means "they increased" or "they were increasing."
In a sentence
Les vendes augmentaven amb cada promoció.
Sales were increasing with every promotion.
Here, the verb 'augmentaven' describes a continuous and habitual action in the past where sales experienced growth.
Durant l'estiu, les temperatures augmentaven considerablement.
During the summer, the temperatures were increasing considerably.
'Augmentaven' indicates a repeated natural occurrence in the past.
Amb el temps, les seves habilitats augmentaven i milloraven.
Over time, their skills were increasing and improving.
In this sentence, 'augmentaven' is used to signify progressive improvement or growth in ability over time.
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