build
/bɪld/
Construct, create
📚 Meanings
- 1.
To construct something by putting parts or materials together.
"They plan to build a new hospital."
- 2.
To develop or establish something over a period of time, such as a relationship, reputation, or business.
"It takes time to build trust."
- 1.
The physical shape or proportions of a person's body.
"He has a strong, athletic build."
- 2.
The structure or form of something; the way something is made or constructed.
"The car's build quality is excellent."
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They are planning to build a new bridge across the river.
They are planning to construct a new bridge over the river.
It takes years to build a good reputation in any field.
It takes many years to establish a good reputation in any field.
He has a lean and muscular build from years of training.
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How do you pronounce build?
build is pronounced [/bɪld/]. You can hear a native pronunciation on Smoveth.
What does build mean?
build means "Construct, create". See the meanings and examples higher up on the page for the full picture.
How difficult is build?
build is a Elementary-level word.
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Example: "They are planning to build a new bridge across the river." — used to mean "Construct, create".
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