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Today we're going to learn how to describe trends in business presentations.

In the next episode, I'll go over more examples about how you can describe trends in your presentations.

Are you learning English for business and struggling to describe trends in a graph?

Basic Vocabulary for Describing Trends

To describe trends in a graph, you need to know some basic words such as increase, decrease, rise, and fall.

Don't forget to use the present and past forms of the verb when you need to by adding -ing or -ed.

Describing Positive Trends

When the trend in a graph is going up, we call it a positive trend.

Describing Negative Trends

When the trend in a graph is going down, we call it a negative trend.

Describing Fluctuations and Plateaus

Sometimes the trend in a graph doesn't go up or down but stays the same for a period of time. We call this a plateau.

Describing trends in a graph is an important skill to have in business English. By using verbs, adjectives, and adverbs effectively, you can communicate your ideas clearly and confidently.

Keep practicing and using these tips, and you'll be a pro at presenting graphs in no time!