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Describes an increase in number, size, extent, or intensity. It is often used for abstract things such as numbers, interest, or problems.
Es gibt eine wachsende Nachfrage nach biologischen Lebensmitteln.
There is a growing demand for organic foods.
growing
Refers to the biological process of growth in living beings such as plants, animals, or humans.
Die schnell wachsende Kletterpflanze bedeckt bereits die ganze Wand.
The fast-growing climbing plant is already covering the whole wall.
The word 'wachsend' (growing) is the present participle of the verb 'wachsen' (to grow). It is used like an adjective and always describes an ongoing process or continuing development.
Ein wachsender Baum braucht viel Wasser und Licht.
A growing tree needs a lot of water and light.
You can recognize the meaning from the noun: if 'wachsend' (growing) refers to a living being, such as a plant or child, it means biological growth. If it refers to an abstract concept, such as a number, interest, or problem, it means an increase.
Ein wachsendes Problem beunruhigt die Politiker.
A growing problem is worrying the politicians.
In the abstract meaning, 'wachsend' (growing) is often combined with nouns like 'Interesse' (interest), 'Bedeutung' (importance), 'Anzahl' (number), 'Druck' (pressure), or 'Sorge' (concern).
Wir beobachten ein wachsendes Interesse an diesem Thema.
We are observing a growing interest in this topic.
increasingly / waxing
Both words describe an increase. “Zunehmend” is often used adverbially and shows that something is becoming stronger or more frequent over time. “Wachsend” often directly describes an interest, problem, or scope that is getting larger and is frequently placed before a noun.
Das wachsende Interesse der Jugendlichen gilt dem neuen Freizeitangebot.
The teenagers’ growing interest is focused on the new recreational program.
Die Jugendlichen interessieren sich zunehmend für das neue Freizeitangebot.
The teenagers are becoming increasingly interested in the new recreational program.
