aufbauen

build up

verb OWF-bow-en Less Common

Also means

set up

Usage Note

aufbauen is a separable verb meaning to construct, assemble, or build up, with the prefix splitting off: Wir bauen das Zelt auf. Reflexively sich aufbauen vor means to plant oneself menacingly in front of someone. It also describes building reputation or muscle.

Examples

"Wir bauen die Bühne morgen auf."

Natural Translation

We will set up the stage tomorrow.

Literal Translation

We build the stage tomorrow up.

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