How to Pronounce Build

To pronounce "build", say BUILD — one syllable, IPA /bɪld/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllable

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Letters

/bɪld/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “build”

"build" is a single-syllable word — say it in one clean beat. It rhymes with thrilled and skilled, if that helps it stick.

Sounds exactly like: billed, bild — easy to mix up when writing.

What does build mean?

noun

  1. The physique of a human body; constitution or structure of a human body.

    “Rugby players are of sturdy build.”

  2. Any of various versions of a software product as it is being developed for release to users.

    “The computer company has introduced a new prototype build to beta testers.”

verb

  1. To form (something) by combining materials or parts.
  2. To develop or give form to (something) according to a plan or process.

Synonyms

createbasefoundgroundconstructerectbuild upenlarge

Antonyms

demolishdestroyruinwreckdecreasedissipate

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Words that rhyme with build

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

thrilledskilledunskilledfulfilledgildfilledkilledinstilledchilledmilledgrilledunfilled

Related words

frameconstructmakeformshapeestablishprogressfigure

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "build"?▾

"Build" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "build"?▾

The IPA transcription of "build" is /bɪld/.

What does "build" mean?▾

Build: The physique of a human body; constitution or structure of a human body.

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