Formar (en. Form)
/forˈmar/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishSpanish
verb
To give shape or structure to something.
It is necessary to form a plan before starting the project.
Es necesario formar un plan antes de comenzar el proyecto.
To create or constitute something.
They formed a study group to examine the topic.
Formaron un grupo de estudio para examinar el tema.
To teach, educate, or train someone.
The school is dedicated to training students in various disciplines.
La escuela se dedica a formar a los estudiantes en diversas disciplinas.
To constitute or be part of a whole.
Our experiences are part of our identity.
Nuestras experiencias forman parte de nuestra identidad.
Etymology
The term 'to form' comes from the Latin 'formare', which means to give shape.
Common Phrases and Expressions
to be part of
To be a component of a whole.
formar parte
to form an opinion
To develop or create a judgment about something.
formar una opinión
to form the line
To establish a direction or position in a context.
formar la línea
Related Words
formation
The process of teaching or training someone.
formación
trainer
A person who teaches or trains others.
formador
formative
Relating to training or education.
formativo
Slang Meanings
To make a group or team informally.
Let's form an adventure for the weekend.
Vamos a formar una aventura para el fin de semana.
To organize something quickly.
Let's form an outing, everyone is on board.
Formemos una salida, todos están a bordo.