build on

• Verbo frasal que indica usar algo como base o fundamento para un desarrollo o progreso posterior, o continuar a partir de un logro o idea existente.

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

incontable · verbo irregular · intransitivo · phrasal, inseparable

1. Develop furtherformal

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

   basarse en

   • 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.

   Sinónimosadvancedevelopelaborateexpandextendimproveleverage

2. Add to an existing structureformal

   To construct an addition to an existing building or structure.

   construir una ampliación

   • 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.

   Sinónimosadd toenlargeextend

   Antónimosdemolishraze

Verbo basebuild