to build up
Pronunciation
/bˈɪld ˈʌp/
British pronunciation
/bˈɪld ˈʌp/

Définition et signification de « build up » en anglais

to build up
[phrase form: build]
01

développer

to become more powerful, intense, or larger in quantity
Intransitive
to build up definition and meaning
example
Exemples
As the tension builds up, everyone anticipates the final match.
Alors que la tension s'intensifie, tout le monde anticipe le match final.
Confidence tends to build up when you achieve small goals.
La confiance a tendance à s'accumuler lorsque vous atteignez de petits objectifs.
02

accumuler, développer

to make something more powerful, intense, or larger in quantity
Transitive: to build up strength or intensity of something
to build up definition and meaning
example
Exemples
She built up her reputation as a reliable professional over the years.
Elle a bâti sa réputation en tant que professionnelle fiable au fil des années.
The organization aims to build up a solid foundation for its charitable initiatives.
L'organisation vise à construire une base solide pour ses initiatives caritatives.
03

renforcer, accumuler

(in a military context) to strengthen one's forces and resources in anticipation of a potential conflict
Transitive: to build up military forces or resources
example
Exemples
The nation is building up its military in response to regional tensions.
La nation renforce son armée en réponse aux tensions régionales.
The military is building up its cyber warfare capabilities.
L'armée renforce ses capacités en guerre cybernétique.
04

développer, améliorer

to make something available or usable for a different purpose
Transitive: to build up sth
example
Exemples
We need to build up the website to attract more visitors.
Nous devons construire le site Web pour attirer plus de visiteurs.
The government is investing in building up infrastructure in rural areas.
Le gouvernement investit dans la construction d'infrastructures dans les zones rurales.
05

développer, renforcer

to increase physical strength
Transitive: to build up physical strength
example
Exemples
He decided to build his muscles up by lifting weights regularly.
Il a décidé de renforcer ses muscles en soulevant des poids régulièrement.
The fitness instructor helped the clients build up their strength with a customized workout plan.
L'instructeur de fitness a aidé les clients à développer leur force avec un plan d'entraînement personnalisé.
06

construire, développer

to support the growth or success of someone or something
Transitive: to build up sb/sth
example
Exemples
The team worked hard to build up their reputation in the industry.
L'équipe a travaillé dur pour construire sa réputation dans l'industrie.
We need to build the company up by investing in marketing and innovation.
Nous devons construire l'entreprise en investissant dans le marketing et l'innovation.
07

assembler, construire

to put components or materials together to create something
Transitive: to build up sth
example
Exemples
The mechanic plans to build up the car engine by adding new components.
Le mécanicien prévoit de construire le moteur de la voiture en ajoutant de nouveaux composants.
The DIY enthusiast is eager to build up a customized computer from individual parts.
L'enthousiaste du bricolage est impatient de construire un ordinateur personnalisé à partir de pièces individuelles.
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