Buildup has 2 syllables and the stress is on the first syllable.
| # | Sentence | |
|---|---|---|
| 1. | Loosen the bottle cap to prevent pressure buildup. | |
| 2. | Decompression sickness, or "the bends," is a buildup of nitrogen bubbles in the bloodstream and other areas of the body. | |
| 3. | I enjoy the slow buildup of progress in incremental games. | |
| 4. | Some 30,000 Americans have been diagnosed with cystic fibrosis, which causes thick mucus buildup in the patient's organs, affecting respiration and digestion. |