American English pronunciation

How to pronounce 'build' in American English

Learn the American English pronunciation of "build" with simple phonetic spelling, IPA transcription, meaning, example sentences, and AI-powered pronunciation practice.

Pronunciation of "build"

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Simple pronunciation
bihld
IPA transcription
/bɪld̚/
Word frequency
735th

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What does "build" mean?

  1. to make something by putting together parts or materials

Examples of "build" in a sentence

  • They will build a new school in the neighborhood.
  • It takes time to build trust in a relationship.
  • We need to build a stronger community.

How common is "build"?

Build is the 735th most common word in English.

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