Boost vs Enhance vs Enrich vs Improve vs Upgrade

Quando usar cada um em inglês, com significado, registro e exemplos.

Boost

Top 1000 (muito comum)B2verb

Enhance

Top 5000 (bastante comum)B2verb

Enrich

Top 2000 (comum)C1verb

Improve

Top 1000 (muito comum)A1verb

Upgrade

Top 1000 (muito comum)C1verb
 BoostEnhanceEnrichImproveUpgrade
Pronúncia🇬🇧 /["/buːst/","/buːsts/","/ˈbuːstɪd/","/ˈbuːstɪŋ/"]/🇺🇸 /["/buːst/","/buːsts/","/ˈbuːstɪd/","/ˈbuːstɪŋ/"]/🇬🇧 /["/ɪnˈhɑːns/","/ɪnˈhɑːnsɪz/","/ɪnˈhɑːnst/","/ɪnˈhɑːnsɪŋ/"]/🇺🇸 /["/ɪnˈhæns/","/ɪnˈhænsɪz/","/ɪnˈhænst/","/ɪnˈhænsɪŋ/"]/🇬🇧 /["/ɪnˈrɪtʃ/","/ɪnˈrɪtʃɪz/","/ɪnˈrɪtʃt/","/ɪnˈrɪtʃɪŋ/"]/🇺🇸 /["/ɪnˈrɪtʃ/","/ɪnˈrɪtʃɪz/","/ɪnˈrɪtʃt/","/ɪnˈrɪtʃɪŋ/"]/🇬🇧 /["/ɪmˈpruːv/","/ɪmˈpruːvz/","/ɪmˈpruːvd/","/ɪmˈpruːvɪŋ/"]/🇺🇸 /["/ɪmˈpruːv/","/ɪmˈpruːvz/","/ɪmˈpruːvd/","/ɪmˈpruːvɪŋ/"]/🇬🇧 /["/ˌʌpˈɡreɪd/","/ˌʌpˈɡreɪdz/","/ˌʌpˈɡreɪdɪd/","/ˌʌpˈɡreɪdɪŋ/"]/🇺🇸 /["/ˌʌpˈɡreɪd//ˈʌpɡreɪd/","/ˌʌpˈɡreɪdz//ˈʌpɡreɪdz/","/ˌʌpˈɡreɪdɪd//ˈʌpɡreɪdɪd/","/ˌʌpˈɡreɪdɪŋ//ˈʌpɡreɪdɪŋ/"]/
SignificadoAumentar ou melhorar algoto increase or improve somethingMelhorar algo e torná-lo melhor.To improve something and make it better.Tornar algo melhor ou mais valioso.To make something better or more valuable.Tornar algo melhor.To make something better.Deixar algo melhor ou aprimorar.To make something better or to improve it.
Exemploto boost exports/profitsThe new software will enhance the overall performance of the computer.The study of science has enriched all our lives.I want to improve my English speaking skills.We are constantly upgrading our software to meet customers' needs.
RegistroNeutroNeutroNeutroNeutroNeutro
Quão comumTop 1000 (muito comum)Top 5000 (bastante comum)Top 2000 (comum)Top 1000 (muito comum)Top 1000 (muito comum)
Nível CEFRB2B2C1A1C1
Classe gramaticalverbverbverbverbverb
Colocaçõesconsiderably, dramatically, greatly, help (to), toconsiderably, dramatically, greatly, can, could, may, digitally enhanced, surgically enhancedenrich the experience, enrich one's knowledge, enrich the soil, enrich cultural heritageconsiderably, dramatically, drastically, continue to, strive to, try to, aimed at improving something, an attempt to improve something, an effort to improve somethingsignificantly, substantially, constantly, from, to, with
Antônimosdecrease, diminish, reducedegrade, diminish, reducedeplete, diminishdeteriorate, worsen, declinedowngrade, decline, decrease
Erros comunsConfused with 'boast' – they have different meanings., Using 'boost' with uncountable nouns incorrectly., Confusing transitive use of 'boost' with intransitive.Confused with 'enhancement' in noun form., Using 'enhance' without an object (it needs something to enhance)., Incorrectly using as a synonym for 'increase' in unrelated contexts.Confused with 'rich' as in having a lot of money., Using it without an object, e.g., saying 'I enrich' is incorrect., Mistaking the tense, e.g., saying 'enriched' when needing present tense.Confusing 'improve' with 'improvement' in sentence structure., Using 'improve' without an object (it needs something to improve)., Incorrectly stating 'improve of' instead of just 'improve'.Confused with 'downgrade' which means to make worse., Using 'upgrade' as a noun instead of a verb., Mixing up 'upgrade' with 'update', which has a different meaning.
Notas de usoUsado em vários contextos, como melhorar o desempenho ou realçar qualidades. Evitar em contextos muito formais.Used in various contexts, such as improving performance or enhancing qualities. Avoid in highly formal contexts.Usado em contextos profissionais e casuais. Mais comum na escrita do que na fala. Evite em situações informais onde palavras mais simples podem ser suficientes.Used in both professional and casual contexts. More common in writing than speaking. Avoid in informal situations where simpler words may suffice.Use 'enriquecer' em contextos relacionados a melhorar a qualidade, adicionar valor ou aprimorar. É adequado para discussões pessoais e profissionais, mas pode parecer um pouco formal em conversas casuais.Use 'enrich' in contexts related to improving quality, adding value, or enhancing. It's suitable for both personal and professional discussions but may seem too formal in casual conversations.Use 'melhorar' tanto em contextos formais quanto informais ao falar sobre aprimorar habilidades, desempenho ou situações. Evite usá-lo em conversas excessivamente casuais ou com gírias.Use 'improve' in both formal and informal contexts when talking about enhancing skills, performance, or situations. Avoid using it in overly casual or slangy conversations.Use 'atualizar' ou 'melhorar' ao falar sobre aprimorar tecnologia, serviços ou habilidades. É adequado tanto em ambientes casuais quanto profissionais, mas evite em textos muito formais.Use 'upgrade' when talking about improving technology, services, or skills. It's appropriate in both casual and professional settings, but avoid it in overly formal writing.

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Perguntas frequentes: Boost vs Enhance vs Enrich vs Improve vs Upgrade

Qual é a diferença entre Boost, Enhance, Enrich, Improve e Upgrade?

Boost: to increase or improve something Enhance: To improve something and make it better. Enrich: To make something better or more valuable. Improve: To make something better. Upgrade: To make something better or to improve it.

Boost, Enhance, Enrich, Improve e Upgrade estão no mesmo nível CEFR?

Boost: B2, Enhance: B2, Enrich: C1, Improve: A1, Upgrade: C1 na escala CEFR.

Que classe gramatical são Boost, Enhance, Enrich, Improve e Upgrade?

Boost: verb, Enhance: verb, Enrich: verb, Improve: verb, Upgrade: verb.

Pode mostrar um exemplo de cada?

Boost: to boost exports/profits Enhance: The new software will enhance the overall performance of the computer. Enrich: The study of science has enriched all our lives. Improve: I want to improve my English speaking skills. Upgrade: We are constantly upgrading our software to meet customers' needs.

Posso usar Boost, Enhance, Enrich, Improve e Upgrade de forma intercambiável?

Nem sempre. Boost, Enhance, Enrich, Improve e Upgrade são relacionadas e às vezes se sobrepõem, mas diferem em registro, frequência e uso, então trocar uma pela outra pode mudar o sentido ou o tom. Veja as diferenças acima antes de substituir.

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