inflation
Significado: A general increase in prices and decrease in purchasing power
Inflation is an economic term describing the rate at which prices rise and the purchasing power of money falls. It's measured by indices like the Consumer Price Index (CPI). High inflation means money buys less. The opposite is 'deflation.' 'Inflation rate' is frequently discussed in economic and political news.
Ejemplos
- Inflation has risen to its highest level in ten years. 通货膨胀已上升到十年来的最高水平。La inflación ha subido a su nivel más alto en diez años.インフレ率は10年間で最高水準に上昇しました。인플레이션이 10년 만에 최고 수준으로 상승했습니다.
- The central bank raised interest rates to combat inflation. 央行提高利率以对抗通胀。El banco central subió las tasas de interés para combatir la inflación.中央銀行はインフレ対策として金利を引き上げました。중앙은행은 인플레이션에 대응하기 위해 금리를 인상했습니다.
- Wages haven't kept pace with inflation. 工资跟不上通货膨胀的速度。Los salarios no han seguido el ritmo de la inflación.賃金はインフレに追いついていません。임금이 인플레이션을 따라잡지 못하고 있습니다.
Pronunciación
Guía de uso
Contexto: general
Tono: neutral
Origen e historia
From Latin 'inflationem' meaning 'a puffing up', from 'inflare' (to blow into, puff up), from 'in-' (into) + 'flare' (to blow). The economic sense of 'increase in prices' appeared in the 1830s during debates about paper money.
Contexto cultural
Era: Modern
Generation: All ages
Social background: Universal
Historia y curiosidades
From Latin 'inflare' meaning 'to blow into.' Originally referred to physically blowing up or expanding something. The economic meaning developed as prices metaphorically 'inflate' or expand beyond their normal levels.
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