LEARNit Dictionary
build up
phrasal verb
1
to become greater, more powerful or larger in number
تقویت کردن, افزایش یافتن, انباشت کردن, بزرگتر شدن, قدرتمندتر شدن
related noun
build-up(1)
2
to give a very positive and enthusiastic description of somebody/something, often making them seem better than they really are
بزرگ جلوه دادن, هیجانآورانه توصیف کردن, زیاد تعریف کردن, غلو کردن
The play was built up to be a masterpiece but I found it very disappointing.
related noun
build-up(3)
3
to make somebody/yourself healthier or stronger
تقویت کردن, نیرومند کردن, نیرو دادن
You need more protein to build you up.
4
to create or develop something
ایجاد کردن, توسعه دادن, ساختن
She's built up a very successful business.
These finds help us
build up a picture
of life in the Middle Ages.
I am anxious not to
build up false hopes
.
The gallery has built up a fine collection of contemporary art.
We’ve built up good relationships with our clients.
5
to make something higher or stronger than it was before
تقویت کردن, بالا بردن, تحکیم کردن
The sea defences have been built up to ensure that such a disaster will not strike again.