zugenommen
Translation
increased, gained weight, grown
Examples
Ich habe zwei Kilo zugenommen.
I have gained two kilos.
Der Wind hat stark zugenommen.
The wind has increased strongly.
Die Kriminalität hat in der Stadt zugenommen.
Crime has increased in the city.
Grammar Patterns
in perfect tense (weight) Ich habe zugenommen.
in perfect tense (intensity) Der Lärm hat zugenommen.
in perfect tense ((in sth.)) Das Interesse hat an Bedeutung zugenommen.
Similar Words
Synonyms: increased, grown; Antonyms: decreased, reduced, abgenommen
Etymology
From `zu-` (in addition) and `genommen` (taken), the past participle of `nehmen` (to take). It literally means 'taken in addition'.
Memory Tips
Think of 'taking' (`nehmen`) more food `zu` (to) yourself, which causes you to gain weight. This applies to numbers and intensity too.