build on

• Phrasal Verb, das angibt, dass etwas als Grundlage oder Fundament für eine weitere Entwicklung oder einen Fortschritt genutzt wird.

A phrasal verb used to indicate using something as a basis or foundation for further development or progress.

unzählbar · unregelmäßiges Verb · intransitiv · Phrasal, untrennbar

1. Develop furtherformal

   To use something as a basis for further development or progress.

   Aufbauen auf

   • We need to build on the success of our previous campaign.
   • The new theory builds on the work of earlier scientists.
   • She built on her initial idea to create a comprehensive plan.

   Synonymeadvancedevelopelaborateexpandextendimproveleverage

2. Add to an existing structureformal

   To construct an addition to an existing building or structure.

   Anbauen

   • They decided to build on a new wing to the hospital.
   • The architect proposed to build on an extra floor.
   • We are planning to build on a garage next year.

   Synonymeadd toenlargeextend

   Antonymedemolishraze

Grundverbbuild