auf|werten
Translation
to upgrade, to enhance, to add value to, to revalue
Examples
Sie wollen die alte Wohnung aufwerten.
They want to upgrade the old apartment.
Die Regierung wertet die Währung auf.
The government is revaluing the currency.
Ein Lächeln kann jede Situation aufwerten.
A smile can enhance any situation.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) to upgrade/enhance sth. He wants to upgrade his old car.
Similar Words
Synonyms: to improve, to increase; Antonyms: to devalue, to depreciate
Etymology
Composed of 'auf' (up) and 'werten' (to value). Literally means 'to value up'.
Memory Tips
Imagine putting a value ('Wert') on something and then drawing an arrow pointing 'up' ('auf'). You are 'upgrading' it.