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    Formes (en. Forms)

    /fɔʁm/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    Physical configuration or appearance of an object.
    Geometric shapes are studied in mathematics.
    Les formes géométriques sont étudiées en mathématiques.
    Model or type.
    There are several forms of government.
    Il existe plusieurs formes de gouvernement.
    Official documents or papers.
    He filled out the necessary forms for his registration.
    Il a rempli les formes nécessaires pour son inscription.

    Etymology

    From the Latin 'forma' meaning 'shape, configuration'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    various forms
    Multiple configurations or types present.
    formes diverses
    to change shape
    To modify appearance or structure.
    changer de forme
    in different forms
    In several types or ways.
    sous différentes formes
    form of expression
    The way in which an idea is expressed.
    forme d'expression

    Related Words

    form
    The external appearance of something.
    forme
    approach
    Way of behaving or moving.
    démarche
    structure
    Arrangement of the different parts of a whole.
    structure
    volume
    Third dimension, which can denote the space occupied by an object.
    volume

    Slang Meanings

    Unconventional forms.
    This new fashion trend showcases totally unprecedented shapes.
    Cette nouvelle tendance de mode présente des formes totalement inédites.
    Deceptive appearances.
    Don't be fooled by appearances; it's often a matter of style rather than substance.
    Ne te fie pas aux formes, c'est souvent une question de style et non de substance.