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Word

forma

Phoneticsfor·ma

/ˈfɔɹmə/

Definition

n. a specific way of doing something, especially in art or music. It can also mean the shape or structure of something.

n. a specific form or manner of expression, particularly in the arts; also refers to the physical shape or structure of an object. Often used in the plural to describe different styles or types.

Examples

“The artist uses a unique forma to express his ideas.”

“The gallery features several different forma of modern sculpture, ranging from abstract shapes to realistic figures.”

“In classical music, the composer experimented with various forma to challenge the traditional boundaries of the sonata and symphony structures.”

Examples

simple

“The artist uses a unique forma to express his ideas.”

contextual

“The gallery features several different forma of modern sculpture, ranging from abstract shapes to realistic figures.”

complex

“In classical music, the composer experimented with various forma to challenge the traditional boundaries of the sonata and symphony structures.”

Real-World Examples

“A continuación te indico varias formas sencillas de asegurarte de que tu voto se cuente y dos soluciones prácticas que puedes considerar si tu voto sigue siendo objeto de impugnación.”
The Conversation · 3 Sept 2026
“Esa es una forma de contar la historia: como una secuencia más o menos lineal de acontecimientos trágicos y catastróficos.”
The Conversation · 5 Aug 2026

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Level
C2 · Proficiency
Frequency
Occasional
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