bauen
Translation
to build, to construct, to rely on
Examples
Wir bauen ein neues Haus.
We are building a new house.
Du kannst auf mich bauen.
You can count on me.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) to build sth. We are building a house.
((auf+4 sb./sth.)) to rely on sb./sth. You can rely on his word.
Similar Words
Synonyms: errichten, konstruieren
Etymology
From Old High German 'būwan' (to dwell, build). Related to the English word 'bower'.
Memory Tips
Sounds a bit like 'bow', as in the bow of a ship, which has to be built strong. Or think of a beaver building a dam.