rebuild correctly

[rɪˈbɪld kəˈrɛktli]
verb phrase
reconstruir corretamente
1. to build, assemble, or construct something again in the proper or accurate manner
After the accident, we had to rebuild correctly to ensure safety.
Após o acidente, tivemos que reconstruir corretamente para garantir a segurança.
2. to restore something to its original or intended state with accuracy and precision
The mechanic will rebuild correctly the engine components.
O mecânico vai reconstruir corretamente os componentes do motor.
3. to fix or repair something by reconstructing it following proper procedures
We need to rebuild correctly the damaged foundation.
Precisamos reconstruir corretamente a fundação danificada.
This phrase is commonly used in construction, automotive repair, and general maintenance contexts in both Brazilian and American English. In Brazil, the more casual 'reconstruir direito' is often preferred in everyday speech, while 'reconstruir corretamente' is used in formal or technical contexts.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
reconstruct properlyreassemble accuratelyrestore correctlyrepair properlyrebuild accurately
Antonyms / Antônimos
destroydismantlerebuild incorrectlyreconstruct improperly

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
reconstruir corretamente
Standard usage across Brazil
São Paulo
reconstruir direito
More colloquial variant using 'direito' instead of 'corretamente'
Rio de Janeiro
reconstruir certo
Informal usage with 'certo' as alternative to 'corretamente'
Portugal
reconstruir correctamente
European Portuguese spelling with 'correctamente' (with double 'c')

Related Words

rebuildreconstructionrepairrestorationassemblyreassembleconstruct

Related Idioms & Phrases

rebuild from the ground up
get it right the first time
do it properly
set things straight
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