accrue
/əˈkruː/
CEFR level C1Topic EconomyWord #6377 in the learning path
逐渐积累；逐渐获得
Definitions
v. To increase gradually, or receive benefits over time
逐渐积累；逐渐获得
Example
Interest accrues monthly on the money in this account.
这个账户里的钱每月都会产生利息。
The benefits of early education accrue over many years, improving both individual opportunities and wider social outcomes.
早期教育的益处会多年累积，既改善个人发展机会，也带来更广泛的社会效益。
Collocations
- interest accrues
- accrue benefits
- accrue to
- accrued income
Word family
- accrual (n.)
- accrued (adj.)
Synonyms
- accumulate
Usage tip
常用于利息、收益等逐渐累积；accrue to表示归于。
FAQ
- What does accrue mean?
- To increase gradually, or receive benefits over time
- How is accrue pronounced?
- UK /əˈkruː/, US /əˈkruː/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
