Hausse (en. Increase)

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Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
noun
An increase in value or quantity.
The rise in oil prices impacts the economy.
La hausse des prix du pétrole impacte l'économie.
The movement upwards.
There has been a rise in temperatures this week.
Il y a eu une hausse des températures cette semaine.
A significant increase in a specific field.
The continued rise in interest rates worries borrowers.
La hausse continue des taux d'intérêt inquiète les emprunteurs.

Etymology

From the verb "hausser," deriving from the Latin 'altus,' meaning high.

Common Phrases and Expressions

rent increase
Increase in the amount to be paid for housing.
hausse de loyer
wage increase
Increase in employee compensation.
hausse des salaires
increase in consumption
Increase in consumer spending.
hausse de la consommation

Related Words

to raise
Verb meaning to make something go up.
hausser
high
Being far from the ground, or situated at a high level.
haut
maximum
The highest possible or existing level.
maximum

Slang Meanings

Rise in popularity
His music saw a rise in popularity after the latest album.
Sa musique a connu une hausse de popularité après le dernier album.
Rise in temperature
With the rise in temperature, it is hot today.
Avec la hausse de la température, il fait chaud aujourd'hui.