build
gb/bˈɪld/ us/bˈɪld/
A2
英語
~ 500
語義
0件の語義
動詞
A2
action
1
to make by assembling parts
To make something by joining parts or materials.
用法パターン：
to build [something]
よくある間違い：
Learners sometimes confuse 'build' with 'make' or 'do'. Use 'build' when something is created by putting parts together.
類義語
construct (More formal and often used in technical or professional contexts.)
対義語
demolish (Refers to destroying a structure, the opposite of building it.)
コロケーション
build a house
|build a bridge
|build a company
|build a career
|build a wall
テーマ
daily life
|construction
|work
|core_vocabulary
例文
- They plan to build a new library in the city center.
- The company will build a factory near the river.
- We worked together to build the wooden shed.
- He built the model airplane from scratch.
学習者向け例文
- We will build a new school.
- They build houses in this area.
- My father can build a table.
- We build with wood and nails.
動詞
B1
action
2
to create or increase gradually
To make something stronger, bigger, or better over time.
用法パターン：
to build [something]
よくある間違い：
Some learners think 'build' only refers to physical things. It also applies to ideas and relationships.
類義語
develop (Focuses on gradual progress or growth rather than construction.)
対義語
undermine (Means to weaken or damage something that has been developed.)
コロケーション
build a relationship
|build trust
|build confidence
|build skills
テーマ
business
|personal development
|core_vocabulary
|work
例文
- She worked hard to build her reputation as a lawyer.
- We need to build stronger connections with our clients.
- The training program will help build your leadership skills.
学習者向け例文
- I want to build my English skills.
- We build trust by being honest.
- He builds good relationships at work.
名詞
B1
entity
3
body shape and size
The general shape and size of a person's body.
よくある間違い：
Learners may confuse 'build' (body shape) with 'building' (structure). Context usually makes it clear.
類義語
physique (More formal; often used in fitness or modeling contexts.)
対義語
frame (small/large) (Not always an opposite, but can contrast body sizes.)
コロケーション
slim build
|athletic build
|medium build
テーマ
health
|appearance
|body
|core_vocabulary
例文
- He has an athletic build from years of swimming.
- She is of medium build and average height.
- The suspect was described as tall with a slim build.
学習者向け例文
- He has a big build.
- She is slim in build.
- My brother has a strong build.
動詞
technical
B2
action
4
compile code into software
In computers, to change code into a program you can run.
用法パターン：
to build [a program]
よくある間違い：
Non-technical learners may confuse this with physically constructing something. In tech, it means making software ready to run.
類義語
compile (More technical; specifically refers to translating code into machine language.)
対義語
debug (Not an exact opposite, but refers to fixing errors rather than producing the final executable.)
コロケーション
build an app
|build the software
|build process
テーマ
technology
|computing
例文
- You need to build the project before running it.
- The developers built the app for both Android and iOS.
- This script automates the process of building the software.
学習者向け例文
- I will build the game on my computer.
- We build the app before we test it.
- The program will not run until you build it.
文法
辞書形
build
IPA
GB/bˈɪld/
US/bˈɪld/
音節・強勢
build （1音節）
Stress on 1st syllable (build)
活用形
Noun
- Base: build
- Plural: builds
Verb
- Base: build
- 3rd Person Singular: builds
- Present Participle: building
- Past: built
- Past Participle: built
関連語
Forms
Core family
builder
noun A2
Related words
rebuild
verb A2
Advanced or less common
buildable
adjective
文法ポイント
- Irregular past: built Verb
- Irregular past participle: built Verb
表現
build from scratch
1/bˈɪld fɹˈʌm skɹˈæt͡ʃ/
fixed phrase
create completely new without existing parts
To make something new without using anything that already exists.
例文
- They built the website from scratch in just two weeks.
- She built her business from scratch after moving to the city.
build into
1/bˈɪld ˈɪntu/
phrasal verb
include during construction or creation
To include something as part of making something else.
例文
- The designers built safety features into the car.
- We need to build more flexibility into the schedule.
build on
1/bˈɪld ˈɔn/
phrasal verb
use as a foundation for progress
To use something you have already done as a base for more work or progress.
例文
- We can build on last year's success to expand our business.
- The course builds on the basics you learned before.
build up
1/bˈɪld ˈʌp/
phrasal verb
increase gradually over time
To slowly make something bigger, stronger, or more intense.
例文
- Traffic began to build up on the highway during rush hour.
- She built up her savings over several years.
Rome wasn’t built in a day
1/ɹˈoʊm wˈʌzənt bˈɪlt ˈɪn ə dˈeɪ/
idiom
important things take time to finish
You need time to do important things well; they can't be done quickly.
例文
- Be patient with your studies—Rome wasn’t built in a day.
- It will take time to see results. Rome wasn’t built in a day.