～増し
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Suffix attached to nouns or other words to indicate an increase. For example, 『量増し』 (ryō mashi, 'quantity increase') means more quantity. Use with a preceding word to specify what is increasing.
Theme
At a local gym, User and their friend Ken discuss workout routines and how to adjust intensity for better results.
～増し
～まし
increase (suffix form)
Advanced ExpansionAbstract Concepts
Memory Hook
Imagine adding more sugar to your tea — you say, 'Mashi!' (sounds like 'mash' as in mash more in). 'Mashi' → ～増し (mashi, 'increase'), like mashing in extra.
Cultural Note
In Japanese, ～増し (mashi) is often used in business or daily contexts to indicate an increase, such as in pricing or quantities. For example, 『値上げ増し』 (neage mashi, 'price increase') or 『量増し』 (ryō mashi, 'quantity increase').
Forms
Base: ～増しSuffix attached to nouns or other words to indicate an increase. For example, 『量増し』 (ryō mashi, 'quantity increase') means more quantity. Use with a preceding word to specify what is increasing.