building block

Noun

literally figuratively

(literally) A component that is part of a larger construction, such as a brick or a stone.

Japanese Meaning

大きな構造物の一部を構成する基本的な要素、部品。例えば、レンガや石など、全体を組み立てる際の構成単位として用いられる。

The mason carefully selected each building block to ensure the wall's stability.

石工は壁の安定性を確保するために、慎重に各レンガを選んだ。

Sense（1）

(literally) A component that is part of a larger construction, such as a brick or a stone.

Sense（2）

Sense（3）

(figuratively) A component that is part of a larger system.

Words are the building blocks of a language.

building blocks

（ plural ）