Suben (en. Go up)

/suˈβen/

Meaning & Definition

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verb
Action of rising or increasing in height.
Prices rise every year.
Los precios suben cada año.
To increase or improve a situation.
Sales increase when there are promotions.
Las ventas suben cuando hay promociones.
Moving toward a higher position.
Climbers ascend the mountain with determination.
Los escaladores suben la montaña con determinación.

Etymology

From the Latin 'subire', which means 'to rise' or 'to go up'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

they rise in tone
refers to when a conversation becomes more intense or conflictive.
suben de tono
spirits rise
means that people's emotions or passions are increasing.
suben los ánimos

Related Words

ascent
Action of moving up or increasing.
subida
to rise
Moving upward.
subir
ascent
Action of rising or increasing in rank or position.
ascenso

Slang Meanings

Level up in a game or activity.
The more you play, the more you level up.
Mientras más juegas, más subes.
Increase the intensity of a party or event.
The music rises and everyone enjoys more.
La música sube y todos disfrutan más.