No. 591 in Slovenian
rast
The Slovenian word "rast" means "growth" in English.
In a sentence
Rast drevesa je bila hitra po deževni sezoni.
The growth of the tree was rapid after the rainy season.
In this sentence, the word 'rast' refers to growth or increase, specifically in the context of natural development, such as a tree growing.
Zaradi ekonomske rasti so se izboljšale življenjske razmere.
Due to economic growth, living conditions have improved.
Here, 'rast' denotes economic growth or expansion, showing improvement in conditions or status.
Njegovo zanimanje za kulturo hitro raste.
His interest in culture is rapidly growing.
In this context, 'rast' (or its verb form 'rasti') signifies an increase or development in interest, used metaphorically for personal development.
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