How to Pronounce "build up"
expression
ˈbɪɫd/ /ˈəp
BILD-up
bˈɪld/ /ˈʌp
BILD-up
Definition
To increase something gradually over time, such as strength, amount, or tension. It can also mean to make something stronger, bigger, or more developed.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈbɪɫd/ /ˈəp
British English
bˈɪld/ /ˈʌp
Simplified Pronunciation
US
BILD-up
UK
BILD-up
Listen in Context
You need to build up your confidence before the interview.
We must build up our savings if we want to travel.
Clouds build up before it rains.
Tension started to build up during the meeting.