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build relationship

[bɪld rɪˈleɪʃənʃɪp]
verb phrase
construir relacionamento
1. to develop and strengthen a connection or bond between people through consistent interaction, trust, and mutual understanding
We need to build relationships with our clients to ensure long-term business success.
Precisamos construir relacionamentos com nossos clientes para garantir o sucesso empresarial a longo prazo.
2. to establish a foundation of trust and rapport in personal or professional contexts
It takes time to build relationships based on honesty and respect.
Leva tempo para construir relacionamentos baseados em honestidade e respeito.
Synonyms
develop relationshipsfoster connectionsestablish rapportcultivate friendshipsstrengthen bonds
Antonyms
damage relationshipsbreak relationshipssever tiesdestroy bonds

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
construir relacionamento
most common usage in business and social contexts
São Paulo
construir relacionamento/montar uma relação
business-focused variant
Portugal
construir relacionamento/estabelecer relações
more formal, often used in professional contexts

Related Idioms & Phrases

build bridges
lay the groundwork
get to know someone
break the ice
establish common ground
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