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递增 — pronunciations, definitions, and tags
HanziPinyinEnglishTags
递增dìzēngto increase by degreesHSK 7, v, 25 strokes, rank #62380, Very Hard
递增dìzēngin increasing orderHSK 7, v, 25 strokes, rank #62380, Very Hard
递增dìzēngincrementalHSK 7, v, 25 strokes, rank #62380, Very Hard
递增dìzēngprogressiveHSK 7, v, 25 strokes, rank #62380, Very Hard
dìzēng(di4zeng1) T4
  1. 1to increase by degrees
  2. 2in increasing order
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March 24, 2026

递增(遞增)dìzēng(di4zeng1)

递增 (dì zēng) refers to a gradual or incremental increase in quantity or value. It is commonly used in mathematical, statistical, or economic contexts to describe a trend where values rise steadily rather than abruptly.

Strokes25Frequency#62380DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note

In Chinese economic discussions, the concept of 递增 is often associated with the country's rapid development and modernization, illustrating how progress tends to be incremental rather than sudden.

Memory Tip

Think of '递' as a hand passing something along, symbolizing a gradual increase, while '增' looks like a mountain peak representing growth. Imagine a person slowly climbing a mountain, taking one step at a time, which reflects the meaning of increasing gradually.

Meanings of 递增

dìzēng(di4zeng1)
1to increase by degrees
2in increasing order
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About 递增

递增Simplified
遞增Traditional
25Strokes
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动词dòngcíverb (v.)Part of Speech
#62380Frequency Rank
HSK 2.0L6HSK 3.0L7TOCFLL5HSKKL3BCT✓CEFRC1

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AI Study Notes for 递增

Quick Contrast

增长 (zēngzhǎng) refers to an increase in size or amount, typically used in broader contexts, while 递增 (dì zēng) emphasizes a gradual or incremental rise.

Usage Notes

When using 递增, it is important to pair it with quantitative terms, such as numbers or percentages, to clarify what is increasing. Avoid using it in overly casual contexts, as it is more suited to formal discussions, such as academic or business environments.

HSK Study Tips

As a level 6 word, 递增 connects with other advanced vocabulary related to growth and change, like 增加 (zēngjiā) for 'increase' or 提高 (tígāo) for 'raise'. Students should focus on using it in sentences that discuss trends, developments, or data analysis.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse 递增 with 增加 (zēngjiā) and use them interchangeably. For example, saying '我每年增加收入' instead of '我每年递增收入' misses the nuance of gradual increase.

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Component Characters

递dìto hand over
HSK 510 strokes辶
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增zēngto increase
HSK 515 strokes土
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How to say to increase by degrees in Chinese

“to increase by degrees” in Chinese is递增dìzēng

递增 (dì zēng) refers to a gradual or incremental increase in quantity or value. It is commonly used in mathematical, statistical, or economic contexts to describe a trend where values rise steadily rather than abruptly.

When to use 递增

When using 递增, it is important to pair it with quantitative terms, such as numbers or percentages, to clarify what is increasing. Avoid using it in overly casual contexts, as it is more suited to formal discussions, such as academic or business environments.

递增 or something close to it

增长 (zēngzhǎng) refers to an increase in size or amount, typically used in broader contexts, while 递增 (dì zēng) emphasizes a gradual or incremental rise.

What learners get wrong

Learners often confuse 递增 with 增加 (zēngjiā) and use them interchangeably. For example, saying '我每年增加收入' instead of '我每年递增收入' misses the nuance of gradual increase.

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Frequently Asked Questions about 递增

You can say '收入每年递增' which means 'Income increases incrementally every year.'

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