TopicExchange rates & FX
inflación
/iɱ.flaˈθjon/Recordings stay in your browser and are never uploaded.
noun
general rise in prices that reduces money's purchasing power
Central banks often raise rates when inflation stays high.
Examples
La alta inflación encareció la compra cada mes.
High inflation made groceries more expensive each month.
Las charlas salariales se estancaron porque los trabajadores temían más inflación.
Wage talks stalled because workers feared rising inflation.
Los responsables buscan una inflación baja y estable con el tiempo.
Policymakers aim for low and stable inflation over time.
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