ascend gradually

[əˈsɛnd ˈɡræʒuəli]
verb phrase
subir gradualmente
1. to move upward or climb in a slow, steady, or progressive manner
The hikers began to ascend gradually up the mountain trail.
Os caminhantes começaram a subir gradualmente pela trilha da montanha.
2. to increase in rank, status, or level in a slow and steady progression
She ascended gradually through the corporate ranks over ten years.
Ela subiu gradualmente pelos postos corporativos ao longo de dez anos.
3. to rise or increase in intensity, value, or degree in a measured way
The temperature will ascend gradually throughout the day.
A temperatura subirá gradualmente ao longo do dia.
In Brazilian business culture, the phrase 'subir gradualmente' is frequently used when discussing career advancement and professional growth, reflecting the importance of steady, merit-based progression in corporate environments. In the USA, the concept is often discussed in motivational contexts emphasizing patience and incremental success.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
climb graduallyrise slowlyascend slowlyprogress upwardadvance steadily
Antonyms / Antônimos
descend rapidlydrop suddenlyplummetdecline sharplydecrease suddenly

Regional Variations

General Brazilian Portuguese
subir gradualmente
Standard usage across Brazil
São Paulo
subir aos poucos
Alternative colloquial expression meaning 'climb little by little'
Rio de Janeiro
ir subindo devagar
Colloquial form emphasizing continuous slow ascent
Portugal
ascender gradualmente
More formal Portuguese usage; also 'subir progressivamente'

Related Words

ascendgraduallyclimbriseprogressionelevation

Related Idioms & Phrases

climb the ladder
work one's way up
take it step by step
rise through the ranks
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