das Wachstum
Translation
growth, increase, expansion
Examples
Das wirtschaftliche Wachstum ist stark.
The economic growth is strong.
Das Wachstum der Pflanze ist langsam.
The plant's growth is slow.
Grammar Patterns
the growth of sth. The growth of children is fast.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Zunahme, Anstieg, Entwicklung; Antonyms: Rückgang, Schrumpfung
Etymology
From the verb 'wachsen' (to grow) and the noun-forming suffix '-tum', similar to English '-dom' or '-hood'.
Memory Tips
Connect it to the English verb 'to wax' (as in 'wax and wane'), which means to grow. They share the same root.