How to Pronounce "increase"
word
/ˈɪnˌkɹis/, /ˌɪnˈkɹis/
IN-krees (noun), in-KREES (verb)
/ˈɪnkɹiːs/, /ˌɪnˈkɹiːs/
IN-krees (noun), in-KREES (verb)
Definition
To become greater in size, number, amount, or level, or to make something greater. It can be used as both a verb and a noun.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈɪnˌkɹis/, /ˌɪnˈkɹis/
British English
/ˈɪnkɹiːs/, /ˌɪnˈkɹiːs/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
IN-krees (noun), in-KREES (verb)
UK
IN-krees (noun), in-KREES (verb)
Listen in Context
Prices increase every year.
The company wants to increase sales.
There was a big increase in traffic this morning.
We need to increase the budget if we want better results.