build
gb/bˈɪld/ us/bˈɪld/
A2
Английский
~ 500
Значения
0 значений
Глагол
A2
action
1
to make by assembling parts
To make something by joining parts or materials.
Модель употребления:
to build [something]
Частая ошибка:
Learners sometimes confuse 'build' with 'make' or 'do'. Use 'build' when something is created by putting parts together.
Синонимы
construct (More formal and often used in technical or professional contexts.)
Антонимы
demolish (Refers to destroying a structure, the opposite of building it.)
Коллокации
build a house
|build a bridge
|build a company
|build a career
|build a wall
Темы
daily life
|construction
|work
|core_vocabulary
Примеры
- 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.
Примеры для изучающих
- We will build a new school.
- They build houses in this area.
- My father can build a table.
- We build with wood and nails.
Глагол
B1
action
2
to create or increase gradually
To make something stronger, bigger, or better over time.
Модель употребления:
to build [something]
Частая ошибка:
Some learners think 'build' only refers to physical things. It also applies to ideas and relationships.
Синонимы
develop (Focuses on gradual progress or growth rather than construction.)
Антонимы
undermine (Means to weaken or damage something that has been developed.)
Коллокации
build a relationship
|build trust
|build confidence
|build skills
Темы
business
|personal development
|core_vocabulary
|work
Примеры
- 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.
Примеры для изучающих
- I want to build my English skills.
- We build trust by being honest.
- He builds good relationships at work.
Существительное
B1
entity
3
body shape and size
The general shape and size of a person's body.
Частая ошибка:
Learners may confuse 'build' (body shape) with 'building' (structure). Context usually makes it clear.
Синонимы
physique (More formal; often used in fitness or modeling contexts.)
Антонимы
frame (small/large) (Not always an opposite, but can contrast body sizes.)
Коллокации
slim build
|athletic build
|medium build
Темы
health
|appearance
|body
|core_vocabulary
Примеры
- 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.
Примеры для изучающих
- He has a big build.
- She is slim in build.
- My brother has a strong build.
Глагол
technical
B2
action
4
compile code into software
In computers, to change code into a program you can run.
Модель употребления:
to build [a program]
Частая ошибка:
Non-technical learners may confuse this with physically constructing something. In tech, it means making software ready to run.
Синонимы
compile (More technical; specifically refers to translating code into machine language.)
Антонимы
debug (Not an exact opposite, but refers to fixing errors rather than producing the final executable.)
Коллокации
build an app
|build the software
|build process
Темы
technology
|computing
Примеры
- 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.
Примеры для изучающих
- 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.
Грамматика
Словарная форма
build
IPA
GB/bˈɪld/
US/bˈɪld/
Слоги и ударение
build (1 слог)
Stress on 1st syllable (build)
Формы слова
Noun
- Base: build
- Plural: builds
Verb
- Base: build
- 3rd Person Singular: builds
- Present Participle: building
- Past: built
- Past Participle: built
Родственные слова
Forms
Core family
builder
noun A2
Related words
rebuild
verb A2
Advanced or less common
buildable
adjective
Ключевые моменты
- Irregular past: built Verb
- Irregular past participle: built Verb
Выражения
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.
Примеры
- 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.
Примеры
- 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.
Примеры
- 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.
Примеры
- 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.
Примеры
- 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.