formula
A formula is a fixed set of symbols or rules that expresses a mathematical or chemical relationship or a specific method for achieving a desired result. In a broader sense, it refers to a conventionalized or standard way of doing or saying something.
Ejemplos
3 de 5I need to buy some more baby formula at the grocery store this evening.
I need to buy some more baby formula at the grocery store this evening.
The diplomat proposed a new formula for peace that addressed the concerns of both nations.
The diplomat proposed a new formula for peace that addressed the concerns of both nations.
There's no magic formula for getting rich quickly, despite what the ads say.
There's no magic formula for getting rich quickly, despite what the ads say.
Familia de palabras
Truco para recordar
Think of the 'form' in 'formula' as the set shape or mold that information must fit into to get an answer.
Quiz rápido
The scientist spent years trying to develop a _____ for the new synthetic material.
¡Correcto!
La respuesta correcta es: formula
Ejemplos
I need to buy some more baby formula at the grocery store this evening.
everydayI need to buy some more baby formula at the grocery store this evening.
The diplomat proposed a new formula for peace that addressed the concerns of both nations.
formalThe diplomat proposed a new formula for peace that addressed the concerns of both nations.
There's no magic formula for getting rich quickly, despite what the ads say.
informalThere's no magic formula for getting rich quickly, despite what the ads say.
The students were asked to derive the formula for calculating the area of a sphere.
academicThe students were asked to derive the formula for calculating the area of a sphere.
The company’s business formula focuses on high-volume sales with low profit margins.
businessThe company’s business formula focuses on high-volume sales with low profit margins.
Familia de palabras
Colocaciones comunes
Frases Comunes
a magic formula
a simple solution to a complex problem
formula for success
a strategy that leads to a positive outcome
formulaic response
a predictable or unoriginal reply
Se confunde a menudo con
A 'form' is the shape or a document to be filled, while a 'formula' is a rule or method.
A 'recipe' is specifically for cooking, whereas 'formula' is used for science, math, or abstract methods.
Notas de uso
In technical writing (science and math), the plural 'formulae' is often used, whereas 'formulas' is more common in everyday English and business contexts.
Errores comunes
Learners often use 'formula' when they simply mean 'way' or 'plan' in contexts where it doesn't sound natural. It implies a rigid, reproducible set of steps.
Truco para recordar
Think of the 'form' in 'formula' as the set shape or mold that information must fit into to get an answer.
Origen de la palabra
Derived from the Latin 'formula', which is the diminutive of 'forma' (meaning shape or mold).
Patrones gramaticales
Contexto cultural
In the US, 'formula' is the standard term for manufactured breast milk substitute, whereas 'milk powder' might be used elsewhere.
Quiz rápido
The scientist spent years trying to develop a _____ for the new synthetic material.
¡Correcto!
La respuesta correcta es: formula
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