auf|werten
Translation
to upgrade, to enhance, to revalue
Examples
Sie wollen die alte Wohnung aufwerten.
They want to upgrade the old apartment.
Die Regierung hat die Währung aufgewertet.
The government has revalued the currency.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) to upgrade, enhance (sth.) They want to upgrade the software.
((sth.)) ((by/with sth.)) to enhance (sth.) by/with (sth.) You can enhance the room with new furniture.
Similar Words
Synonyms: to improve, to enhance; Antonyms: to devalue
Etymology
From 'auf' (up) and 'werten' (to value, to rate). Literally 'to value up'.
Memory Tips
Think of moving the 'value' ('Wert') 'up' ('auf').