assemble

word

/əˈsɛmbəɫ/
uh-SEM-buhl
/ɐsˈɛmbəl/
uh-SEM-buhl

Definition

To put things together to form a whole, or to gather people in one place for a common purpose.

Usage & Nuances

'Assemble' is often formal. Used for things (machines, furniture) and for people coming together ('assemble in the hall'). Common collocations: 'assemble a team', 'assemble furniture'. Not as casual as 'put together'.

Example Sentences

They need to assemble all the parts to build the table.

basic

Students should assemble in the gym for the presentation.

basic

We need to assemble a team to solve this problem.

basic

It took us hours to assemble the new bookshelf from the instructions.

natural

Everyone quickly assembled outside when the fire alarm went off.

natural

I can't believe you managed to assemble that huge model plane by yourself!

natural