増加

An increase or growth in quantity, size, or degree. While often referring to a simple numerical increment, 「増加」 can also encompass more gradual developments, a general sense of expansion, or even an escalation, not solely limited to quantitative changes. It is a broader concept than just a simple count going up.

• 最近、都会の人口の増加が著しい。 — Recently, the increase in the urban population is remarkable.
• データの増加は、システムの負荷を増大させた。 — The growth in data has increased the system's load.
• 彼の仕事の責任範囲の増加は、彼の努力の証だ。 — The expansion of his job responsibilities is a testament to his efforts.

To increase, grow, or rise in number, quantity, size, or degree. This verb not only refers to a simple numerical increment but can also imply a qualitative change or development in a state or condition, suggesting a broadening or deepening of scope rather than just a linear increase. It can be used intransitively (e.g., 物が増加する — things increase) or transitively (e.g., 物を増加させる — to make things increase).

• 昨年から売上が増加している。 — Sales have been increasing since last year.
• 環境問題への関心が近年増加している。 — Interest in environmental issues has been growing in recent years.
• 会社は生産量を増加させる計画だ。 — The company plans to increase production volume.