Lạm phát
“Lạm phát năm nay đã tăng lên 5%.”
“Inflation this year has risen to 5%.”
A general increase in prices and fall in the purchasing value of money, typically associated with an economy overheating.
Ngân hàng trung ương đã tăng lãi suất để kiểm soát lạm phát.
The central bank raised interest rates to control inflation.
Lạm phát được đo bằng chỉ số giá tiêu dùng (CPI).
Collocations
Antonyms
Related Phrases
💡Pro Tip
Economic Context
Lạm phát is a key economic indicator and is often discussed in relation to monetary policy.
⚡Gold Rule
Precision
Use 'lạm phát' specifically for economic contexts; avoid using it for general price increases in non-economic contexts.
📖Word Origin
From Chinese '滥发' (làn fā), meaning 'excessive issuance' of money, leading to devaluation.
📝Usage Notes
In Vietnamese, 'lạm phát' is often used in economic and financial contexts. It is a formal term and not typically used in casual conversation.