B2verb 2K

Rebuild

🇬🇧 UK /["/ˌriːˈbɪld/","/ˌriːˈbɪldz/","/ˌriːˈbɪlt/","/ˌriːˈbɪldɪŋ/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/ˌriːˈbɪld/","/ˌriːˈbɪldz/","/ˌriːˈbɪlt/","/ˌriːˈbɪldɪŋ/"]/

Meaning of Rebuild

to build or put something together again

In simple words: to build something again after it has been broken or destroyed

Rebuild in a sentence

• After the earthquake, the people set about rebuilding their homes.
• He rebuilt the engine using parts from cars that had been scrapped.
• It could take ten years for the area to completely rebuild after the hurricane.
• The hall had to be completely rebuilt after the fire.
• The whole structure was virtually rebuilt.
• When she lost her job, she had to **rebuild her life** completely.
• attempts to rebuild the shattered post-war economy
• After the divorce, it took me a long time to rebuild my confidence.
• She was just beginning to rebuild her life.
• The international community must step in to help rebuild the country.

How to use Rebuild

Use 'rebuild' for physical structures like houses as well as abstract concepts like trust. It's appropriate in formal and informal contexts. Avoid using it in very casual conversations.

Grammar pattern

rebuild + object

Memory hint

Think of a broken toy that you need to 're-build' piece by piece.

Related words

Collocations with Rebuild

• completely
• entirely
• totally
• begin to
• start to
• try to
• newly rebuilt
• recently rebuilt
• rebuild something from scratch
• completely
• entirely
• totally
• begin to
• start to
• try to
• newly rebuilt
• recently rebuilt
• rebuild something from scratch

Synonyms for Rebuild

• restore
• reconstruct
• repair
• revamp
• refresh

Opposites of Rebuild

• destroy
• demolish
• ruin

Common mistakes with Rebuild

• 'Rebuild' used without an object (e.g., 'I will rebuild' instead of 'I will rebuild the house').
• Confusing 'rebuild' with 'restore,' which has a different meaning.
• 'Rebuild' sometimes mistakenly used as 'rebuilded' instead of 'rebuilt.'

Frequently asked questions about Rebuild

What does Rebuild mean?

to build something again after it has been broken or destroyed

What is the definition of Rebuild?

to build or put something together again

How do you use Rebuild in a sentence?

After the earthquake, the people set about rebuilding their homes.

Can you give another example of Rebuild?

He rebuilt the engine using parts from cars that had been scrapped.

What are synonyms for Rebuild?

Common alternatives include restore, reconstruct, repair, revamp, refresh.

What is the opposite of Rebuild?

Opposite meanings include destroy, demolish, ruin.

What words go with Rebuild?

It commonly pairs with completely, entirely, totally, begin to, start to, try to, newly rebuilt, recently rebuilt, rebuild something from scratch, completely, entirely, totally, begin to, start to, try to, newly rebuilt, recently rebuilt, rebuild something from scratch.

What are common mistakes when using Rebuild?

'Rebuild' used without an object (e.g., 'I will rebuild' instead of 'I will rebuild the house'). Confusing 'rebuild' with 'restore,' which has a different meaning. 'Rebuild' sometimes mistakenly used as 'rebuilded' instead of 'rebuilt.'

How do you pronounce Rebuild?

US: /["/ˌriːˈbɪld/","/ˌriːˈbɪldz/","/ˌriːˈbɪlt/","/ˌriːˈbɪldɪŋ/"]/, UK: /["/ˌriːˈbɪld/","/ˌriːˈbɪldz/","/ˌriːˈbɪlt/","/ˌriːˈbɪldɪŋ/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Rebuild?

Use 'rebuild' for physical structures like houses as well as abstract concepts like trust. It's appropriate in formal and informal contexts. Avoid using it in very casual conversations.

What CEFR level is Rebuild?

"Rebuild" is at B2 level on the CEFR scale.