an|steigen
Translation
to rise, to increase, to climb
Examples
Die Preise sind stark angestiegen.
The prices have risen sharply.
Der Weg steigt hier steil an.
The path climbs steeply here.
Der Fluss ist nach dem Regen angestiegen.
The river has risen after the rain.
Grammar Patterns
((subject)) ansteigen. Something rises/increases. The temperature is rising.
((subject)) ist angestiegen. Something has risen/increased. The water level has risen.
Similar Words
Synonyms: zunehmen (to increase), wachsen (to grow); Antonyms: sinken (to sink), fallen (to fall)
Etymology
From the prefix 'an-' (up, on) and the verb 'steigen' (to climb). Literally means 'to climb up'.
Memory Tips
Picture climbing 'up' ('an') a mountain ('steigen'). This can apply to prices, temperatures, or paths.