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
Composed of 'Stufe' (step, stage) and the suffix '-weise' (in the way/manner of). So, 'step-wise'.
Memory Tips
Picture taking steps ('Stufen') up a staircase. The action is done in clear, distinct stages, or 'stufenweise'.