inflation
/ɪnˈfleɪʃən/
CEFR level B2Topic EconomyWord #3404 in the learning path
通货膨胀
Definitions
n. A general rise in prices that reduces money's purchasing power.
通货膨胀
n. The process of filling something with air or gas.
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Example
Inflation means our weekly shopping costs more now.
通货膨胀意味着我们现在每周购物花的钱更多了。
High inflation can reduce household purchasing power, particularly when wages fail to keep pace with rising prices.
高通胀会削弱家庭购买力，尤其是在工资跟不上物价上涨时。
Collocations
- the rate of inflation
- rising inflation
- curb inflation
- keep pace with inflation
Word family
- inflate (v.)
- inflationary (adj.)
- inflated (adj.)
Antonyms
- deflation
Usage tip
经济语境指物价普遍上涨，不只某件商品涨价。
FAQ
- What does inflation mean?
- A general rise in prices that reduces money's purchasing power. The process of filling something with air or gas.
- How is inflation pronounced?
- UK /ɪnˈfleɪʃən/, US /ɪnˈfleɪʃən/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
