Aumentassem

Aumentassem is a Portuguese verb form, specifically the present subjunctive (virtual) tense of the verb "aumentar" (to increase), in the second-person plural (vós) form. In Portuguese grammar, the present subjunctive is employed to express hypothetical situations, wishes, suggestions, or to follow conjunctions/adverbs indicating uncertainty or conditionality. For instance, in a conditional clause, "aumentassem" conveys a hypothetical increase, as seen in: "Se vocês tivessem mais tempo, aumentassem o investimento em pesquisa." (If you had more time, you would increase research investment.) This form differs from the indicative mood (used for factual statements) and is vital for grammatical agreement and conveying appropriate nuance in Portuguese discourse.