1. To create or strengthen relationships, connections, or understanding between people or groups, especially those in conflict or with differences
The diplomatic mission aims to build bridges between the two nations.
A missão diplomática visa construir pontes entre as duas nações.
2. To establish communication and cooperation where there was previously estrangement or misunderstanding
We need to build bridges with our competitors to find common ground.
Precisamos construir pontes com nossos concorrentes para encontrar terreno comum.