VocabJLPT N3
to increase
Godan VerbTransitive Verb

Definitions

  1. 1. to increase
  2. 2. to add to
To increase or add to the amount or number of something. It is a transitive verb, so it takes an object, such as increasing savings, vocabulary, or the number of employees.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

She says, "When I exercise more, my mood goes up."

Sentence 2

"Let's create more chances to talk" — so are you calling tonight?

Sentence 3

"Having more hobbies makes life more fun," he said with a smile.

Sentence 4

Didn't that one comment just make things worse?

Sentence 5

Seriously, that way of putting it is only going to make you more enemies.