build
🇺🇸
/bɪld/
🇬🇧
/bɪld/
verb
A1
to make something by putting parts together
We will build a small house in the garden.
A2
to create or develop something
They want to build a strong friendship.
R
to become stronger over time
The excitement will build as the event gets closer.
noun
R
the shape and size of a person's body
He has a strong build from working out.
R
the process of making something
The build of the new bridge will take two years.
R
a version of software made before the final release
The test build of the app is ready for feedback.
R
how well something is made
The car's build is very strong and durable.
R
how a story gets more exciting over time
The movie has a slow build to the big ending.
translation
to make something by putting parts together; to create or develop something; to become stronger over time
the shape and size of a person's body; the process of making something; a version of software made before the final release; how well something is made; how a story gets more exciting over time
Word Forms
Past
built
Perfect
built
3rd Present
builds
Progressive
building
Plural
builds