No. 816 in French
augmenter
To increase.
In a sentence
Les prix des légumes ont tendance à augmenter en hiver.
Vegetable prices tend to rise in winter.
Here, 'augmenter' is used to signify an increase or rise in quantity or number.
Il travaille dur pour augmenter son revenu annuel.
He works hard to increase his yearly income.
Here, 'augmenter' is used as a way to depict enhancement or growth of a personal asset.
La pratique régulière aide à augmenter les compétences linguistiques.
Regular practice helps to improve language skills.
In this context, 'augmenter' refers to the improvement or enhancement of an ability or skill.
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