Grammar fix

economic growth

growing economy

an increase in the amount of goods and services a country produces, usually showing that the economy is getting stronger

collocationB2occasional

Hear it in context

Notice where the phrase sounds natural.

The country has experienced rapid economic growth over the past decade.society
In my opinion, economic growth is important because it can lead to better job opportunities and improved living standards for people.IELTS speaking

Pattern: economic growth (noun)

WrongThe economic growth is increasing fast.

RightEconomic growth is fast.

Growth doesn't 'increase' — it's 'strong / rapid / slow'.

Patterneconomic growth (noun)

Choose the version that sounds natural in speech.

Stiff The nation experienced an upturn in macroeconomic output.

Natural The country saw strong economic growth.

'Upturn in macroeconomic output' is jargon; 'economic growth' is the standard term.

Words that usually travel with it.

Do not confuse with 'economic development,' which can also include improvements in living standards and quality of life, not just more production.