building
beginnerA1/ˈbɪldɪŋ/ · build-ing
A structure that has a roof and walls and is used as a dwelling or for other purposes.
Meanings
A structure that has a roof and walls and is used as a dwelling or for other purposes.
ایک ایسا ڈھانچہ جس کی چھت اور دیواریں ہوں اور جو رہائش یا دیگر مقاصد کے لیے استعمال ہوتا ہو۔
عمارت
imarat
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Common Collocations
- office building
- residential building
- building code
Example Sentences
The new office building was completed last year.
نئی دفتر کی عمارت پچھلے سال مکمل ہوئی تھی。
Nayi daftar ki imarat pichle saal mukammal hui thi.
They are planning to build a shopping mall in the city.
وہ شہر میں ایک خریداری مال بنانے کا منصوبہ بنا رہے ہیں۔
Woh sheher mein aik kharidari mall bananay ka mansooba bana rahe hain.
This building has a beautiful design.
اس عمارت کا ڈیزائن خوبصورت ہے۔
Is imarat ka design khoobsurat hai.
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💡 Memory Tip
Think of a 'building' as a 'big' place that is 'made' with care.
Imagine a tall skyscraper towering above the city.
📖 Etymology
Origin: Old English "bylding" — a structure
First known use: 14th century
The word 'building' has evolved from Old English 'bylding' meaning a structure or edifice, and has maintained its core meaning over centuries.