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inbyggd

built-in

Definition & meaning

Inbyggd means built-in, integrated, or embedded. It describes something that forms part of a larger object or system, rather than being added separately.

It can also be used figuratively for a quality or problem that is inherent in something.

Grammar & Word origin

Inbyggd is an adjective and the past participle of bygga in , “to build in.” It combines in (“in”) with byggd (“built”).

It agrees with the noun it describes:

  • inbyggd: en inbyggd funktion — a built-in function
  • inbyggt: ett inbyggt skåp — a built-in cupboard
  • inbyggda: inbyggda högtalare — built-in speakers

Synonyms & antonyms

Synonyms:

  • integrerad — integrated; emphasizes being combined into a whole.
  • inbyggd as inherent can be expressed by inneboende — inherent; used especially for qualities or properties.

Antonyms:

  • extern — external; located or connected outside a system.
  • fristående — freestanding or independent; not built into something else.

Common phrases & collocations

  • inbyggd funktion — built-in function
  • inbyggd mikrofon — built-in microphone
  • inbyggt fel — inherent flaw

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Examples

Datorn har en inbyggd kamera.adjective

The computer has a built-in camera.

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