economic growth — growing economy
collocationB2IELTS 5.5+neutraloccasional
an increase in the amount of goods and services a country produces, usually showing that the economy is getting stronger
Say it like a native
Textbook The nation experienced an upturn in macroeconomic output.
Native The country saw strong economic growth.
'Upturn in macroeconomic output' is jargon; 'economic growth' is the standard term.
Pattern: economic growth (noun)
In use
- 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
Common mistake
✗ The economic growth is increasing fast.
✓ Economic growth is fast.
Growth doesn't 'increase' — it's 'strong / rapid / slow'.
Common collocations
economic growth— strong, slow, rapid, sustainable
Don't confuse it
Do not confuse with 'economic development,' which can also include improvements in living standards and quality of life, not just more production.