"gradual" in Chinese (Simplified)

• 逐步的
• 逐渐的

Definition

发生或变化得很慢，是缓慢进行的，不是突然的。

Usage Notes (Chinese (Simplified))

常用来描述变化、进步，如“gradual increase”（逐步增加）、“gradual process”（逐渐过程）。与“突然的”相反。多见于正式和学术语境。

Examples

The patient made a gradual recovery after the surgery.

病人在手术后**逐步地**恢复了。

There was a gradual increase in temperature.

温度有了**逐渐的**升高。

Learning a new language is a gradual process.

学习一门新语言是一个**逐步的**过程。

The company is making gradual changes to improve its services.

公司正在进行**逐步的**改变来提升服务。

His attitude showed a gradual shift over the year.

他在这一年里态度发生了**逐步的**变化。

Don't expect gradual progress to be visible right away.

不要指望**逐步的**进展能立刻看出来。