Italian Word · Intermediate
costruire
to build / to construct
Pronunciation: kos-TRU-i-re
Meaning
To make something by putting parts together or by creating a framework.
Example
Stanno costruendo un nuovo ponte sul fiume.
They are building a new bridge over the river.
Common mistakes & tips
- Practice costruire out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this is a intermediate-level Italian word.