What does the Eiken word "decrease" mean?

The Eiken word "decrease" (verb (動詞) / noun (名詞)) means "減少する、減少". It is an essential term for the Eiken exam.

Can you give a practice example for "decrease"?

Yes, a practical example is: "The number of students decreased this year." which translates in Japanese as "今年、生徒の数が減少しました。".

Eiken Grade Pre-2

verb (動詞) / noun (名詞)

decrease

💡 Usage & Nuance: 「減る」「減らす」という意味でEikenの長文読解やリスニングでよく出題されます。increase（増加する）と対義語で覚えると良いでしょう。

The number of students decreased this year.

今年、生徒の数が減少しました。

Verify your vocabulary strength for "decrease"

The company tried to _______ its expenses.

🎉 正解 / Correct!

解説: expenses（費用）を減らそうとする、という文脈なのでdecreaseが正解です。
English: The context implies reducing expenses, so 'decrease' is correct.

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