Synonyms for

Bricks

Verb / brɪks / Another word for bricks — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Bricks are rectangular blocks made of clay or other materials used for building walls, houses, and other structures.

Synonyms & similar words

brick blocks stones pavers tiles firebricks

Synonyms by register

Formal

building units construction blocks masonry units

Informal

blocks units

Literary

hearthstones foundation stones

Antonyms

void emptiness gaps openings spaces hollows

Common collocations

  • build with bricks
  • lay bricks
  • red bricks
  • fire bricks
  • a wall of bricks
  • bricks and mortar
  • break down bricks

Word family

noun brick
verb brick
adjective bricklike

Usage note

While 'bricks' is the plural of 'brick', it can also be used as a mass noun referring to the material. Be mindful of context to distinguish between individual units and the substance.

Example sentences

  1. The house was built out of red bricks.
  2. The bricklayer stacked the bricks in a neat pile.
  3. They used bricks to build a new patio.
  4. The castle was made of stone bricks.
  5. The chimney was crumbling because the bricks were old and worn.

Quotes

  • A brick is not a brick when laid in the wrong place. - Anonymous
  • You can't make an omelet without breaking eggs, but you can make a brick without straw. - Unknown
  • The brick walls are there for a reason. The brick walls are not there to keep us out. The brick walls are there to give us a chance to show how badly we want something. - Randy Pausch

Try these popular words

the and that for you with was this are have not from

Practice

Play the Word Synonyms game · Choose level (start near 1)

Worksheets

Grade 4 · Grade 5 · Grade 6

Topics

Guides

Explore more words