rebuild properly

[rɪˈbɪld ˈprɑpərli]
verb phrase
reconstruir adequadamente
1. to construct or assemble something again in the correct, appropriate, or thorough manner following damage, failure, or disassembly
After the fire destroyed the building, the construction company had to rebuild properly to meet all safety codes.
Depois que o incêndio destruiu o prédio, a construtora teve que reconstruir adequadamente para atender a todos os códigos de segurança.
2. to restore something to its original or optimal functional state with proper technique and attention to detail
The mechanic will rebuild properly the engine to ensure it runs smoothly.
O mecânico vai reconstruir adequadamente o motor para garantir que funcione corretamente.
In both American and Brazilian contexts, 'rebuild properly' emphasizes quality, safety, and durability. In Brazil, there's often an emphasis on 'doing it right' (fazer direito) as a matter of pride and responsibility. In the USA, it frequently appears in construction, automotive, and infrastructure discussions where compliance with codes and standards is legally mandated.
NYC Slang
rebuild it right
Synonyms / Sinônimos
reconstruct properlyrestore correctlyreassemble adequatelyrebuild correctlyrebuild thoroughly
Antonyms / Antônimos
rebuild poorlyreconstruct carelesslyassemble hastilyfix temporarily

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
reconstruir adequadamente
most common standard usage
São Paulo
reconstruir direitinho
informal variation emphasizing doing it right
Rio de Janeiro
montar de novo do jeito certo
colloquial alternative
Portugal
reconstruir adequadamente
same as Brazilian but with slight pronunciation differences

Related Words

reconstructionrestorationrenovationrepairassembleconstructmaintenance

Related Idioms & Phrases

rebuild from the ground up
rebuild from scratch
do it right the first time
build it to last
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