is increased
[ɪz ɪnˈkriːst]
verb phrase
é aumentado/aumentada
1. third person singular present passive form indicating that something becomes greater in amount, size, degree, or intensity
The price is increased every year.
O preço é aumentado a cada ano.
2. present tense describing a state where quantity or value grows or becomes larger
Production is increased to meet demand.
A produção é aumentada para atender à demanda.
This is a common passive voice construction used in business, economics, and technical contexts in both American English and Brazilian Portuguese. In Brazil, it's frequently heard in news reports about inflation, salaries, and production metrics.
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