builders
word · lemma: builder
Definition
People whose job is to construct buildings and other structures. Usually refers to construction workers or companies that build houses, offices, or roads.
Usage & Nuances
Common in British English for construction workers; in American English, 'construction workers' is more common. Can refer to individuals or companies. Often used in plural for groups working on a building site.
Spanish: constructoresPortuguese (BR): construtoresPortuguese (PT): construtoresChinese (Simplified): 建筑工人Chinese (Traditional): 建築工人Hindi: निर्माण श्रमिकArabic: عمال البناء
Example Sentences
The builders are working on the new school.
basic
My uncle is one of the builders here.
basic
The builders finished the house last month.
basic
We need to call the builders if we want to add another room.
natural
It’s noisy because the builders start early every day.
natural
The city hired new builders for the bridge project.
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