This is the 282nd most frequent Danish word.
højere
"Højere" means "higher" or "taller" in English.
Here, "højere" is used in a comparative sense to mean a greater vertical position.
Hun kan nå højere op på hylden end jeg.
She can reach higher on the shelf than I.
In this context, "højere" is used metaphorically to mean aiming for better achievements or greater goals.
Det er vigtigt at sigte højere for at forbedre sig.
It is important to aim higher to improve oneself.
Here, "højere" refers to an increase in volume, showing its use in describing louder sounds.