stufenweise
Translation
gradually, step-by-step, in stages, progressively
Examples
Die Temperatur steigt stufenweise an.
The temperature is rising gradually.
Wir führen die neue Software stufenweise ein.
We are introducing the new software in stages.
Grammar Patterns
stufenweise + Verb to do something gradually/in stages The changes will be implemented stufenweise.
Similar Words
Synonyms: allmählich (gradually), nach und nach (little by little); Antonyms: plötzlich (suddenly)
Etymology
From 'Stufe' (step, stage) + '-weise' (in the manner of). Literally means 'in the manner of steps'.
Memory Tips
Imagine climbing stairs ('Stufen') one by one. This adverb describes a process that happens in stages, not all at once.