growth
das Wachstum
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growth
The natural process by which living beings such as humans, animals, or plants become bigger, heavier, or more mature.
Das Wachstum der Sonnenblumen in unserem Garten ist dieses Jahr erstaunlich.
The growth of the sunflowers in our garden is astonishing this year.
growth
The increase in economic activity, production, or value in a company, industry, or an entire economy.
Die Regierung prognostiziert für das nächste Jahr ein wirtschaftliches Wachstum von zwei Prozent.
The government is forecasting economic growth of two percent for next year.
growth
The increase or development of something abstract, such as an idea, an organization, or one's personality.
Das schnelle Wachstum der Stadt führt zu neuen Herausforderungen in der Infrastruktur.
The rapid growth of the city is leading to new challenges in infrastructure.
growth
The uncontrolled multiplication of cells in the body, especially in connection with tumors or other pathological tissue changes.
Die Ärzte beobachten das Wachstum des Tumors sehr genau.
The doctors are monitoring the growth of the tumor very closely.
| gender | neuter das |
|---|---|
| genitive | des Wachstums |
| singular | plural | |
|---|---|---|
| nominative | das Wachstum | – |
| accusative | das Wachstum | – |
| dative | dem Wachstum | – |
| genitive | des Wachstums | – |
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The noun 'Wachstum' (growth) is derived directly from the verb 'wachsen' (to grow). The ending '-tum' forms a neuter noun that describes a state or process, similar to 'Reichtum' (wealth) or 'Eigentum' (property).
Das Kind ist im letzten Jahr stark gewachsen.
The child grew a lot last year.
The exact meaning of 'Wachstum' is often specified by an adjective or a noun in the genitive. This helps you recognize whether it is about the economy, biology, or something abstract.
Die Firma erlebte ein schnelles wirtschaftliches Wachstum.
The company experienced rapid economic growth.
In an economic context, 'Wachstum' is frequently used with verbs like 'ankurbeln' (to stimulate), 'fördern' (to promote), or 'generieren' (to generate). Typical adjectives are 'stark' (strong), 'schwach' (weak), or 'nachhaltig' (sustainable).
Die neuen Maßnahmen sollen das Wachstum der Wirtschaft ankurbeln.
The new measures are intended to stimulate growth in the economy.
In medicine, 'Wachstum' often has a negative meaning and describes the multiplication of diseased tissue. Common combinations are 'unkontrolliertes Wachstum' (uncontrolled growth) or 'das Wachstum eines Tumors' (the growth of a tumor).
Die Behandlung soll das weitere Wachstum der Zellen stoppen.
The treatment is intended to stop the further growth of the cells.
development
Entwicklung refers to the general course of an economic change and can take different directions. Wachstum, by contrast, means an increase, for example in production or economic activity. When values are measurably higher, Wachstum is the right term; for the overall change process, Entwicklung is the right term.
Das Wachstum der regionalen Wirtschaft lag im letzten Jahr bei drei Prozent.
The regional economy grew by three percent last year.
Die Entwicklung der regionalen Wirtschaft verlief im letzten Jahr sehr unterschiedlich.
The development of the regional economy varied greatly last year.
