Learn why “increase” is correct and “encrease” is wrong.
Incorrect spelling - “Encrease” is an outdated/incorrect form.
"encrease" is a common misspelling of "increase". Always use "increase" when referring to the correct word.
Correct spelling - The proper way to spell this word.
“Increase” means to grow or make greater.
"increase": “Increase” means to grow or make greater.
This word is commonly used in everyday conversation and writing.
"Correct:" Prices will increase soon.
"Correct:" We need to increase production.
"Correct:" The numbers increased quickly.
"Incorrect:" Prices will encrease soon.
"Incorrect:" We need to encrease production.
A: Increase.
A: No.
A: To grow or become more.
A: Sales increased.
A: Wrong prefix — should be in-, not en-.
""Increase" is correct; 'encrease' is wrong. Means to grow or become larger."