forma
Del latín 'forma', que significa 'apariencia' o 'configuración'.
NOUN
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[/ˈfoɾ.ma/es-ES]
form
literal
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shape
literal
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method
formal
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way
informal
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manner
informal
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configuration
formal
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appearance
formal
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untranslatable concept
untranslatable
(The concept 'forma' can encompass various interpretations, making a single English equivalent insufficient for all contexts.)
The Spanish word forma is multifaceted and refers to the external appearance or shape of something, its configuration, or its particular form. It can also denote the way or method in which something is done or organized. Because its meaning is highly context-dependent, a single English equivalent is often insufficient, as it encompasses both physical attributes and abstract manners or procedures.
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- El escultor dio forma al barro con sus manos. — The sculptor gave form to the clay with his hands.
- Necesitamos encontrar la mejor forma de resolver este problema. — We need to find the best way to solve this problem.
- La forma de gobierno de este país es una democracia. — The form of government in this country is a democracy.
- Se mantiene en buena forma gracias al ejercicio. — He stays in good shape thanks to exercise.