Inflazione
“L'inflazione ha raggiunto il 5% quest'anno.”
“Inflation has reached 5% this year.”
A general increase in prices and fall in the purchasing value of money, typically associated with an economy overheating.
La Banca Centrale sta cercando di controllare l'inflazione.
The Central Bank is trying to control inflation.
In economics, inflation is measured by the Consumer Price Index (CPI) and is often a key indicator of economic health.
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💡Pro Tip
Common Usage
Use 'inflazione' when discussing price increases in goods and services over time.
⚡Gold Rule
Economic Context
Always use 'inflazione' in the context of economics or finance, never for physical swelling.
📖Word Origin
From Latin 'inflatio' (swelling, blowing up), derived from 'inflare' (to blow).
📝Usage Notes
In Italian, 'inflazione' is used in both formal and informal contexts when discussing economic trends. It is often contrasted with 'deflazione' (deflation).