formar la estructura (spanish) - meaning, definition, translation, pronunciation

Part of Speech

The word "formar" in Spanish is a verb.

Phonetic Transcription

/fɔr'mar/

Translation Options

• To form
• To build
• To shape
• To create

Meaning

"Formar" is a verb commonly used in Spanish to refer to the action of creating, shaping, or molding something. It is frequently used in the context of economics to talk about forming structures, teams, or groups. The word is used in both oral and written Spanish, with a medium frequency of use.

Example Sentences

1. Necesitamos formar un equipo de trabajo eficiente para el nuevo proyecto.

2. We need to form an efficient work team for the new project.

3. La empresa decidió formar una alianza estratégica con la competencia.

4. The company decided to form a strategic alliance with the competition.

Idiomatic Expressions

"Formar" is an important part of many Spanish idiomatic expressions related to creating, organizing, and shaping different aspects of life. Here are some examples:

1. Formar parte de: To be part of

2. El nuevo empleado forma parte de nuestro equipo.

   • The new employee is part of our team.

3. Formar fila: To line up

4. Por favor, formen fila para entrar al espectáculo.

   • Please line up to enter the show.

5. Formar una familia: To start a family

6. Nuestro sueño es formar una familia grande.
   • Our dream is to start a big family.

Etymology

The word "formar" comes from the Latin word "formāre", which means "to shape" or "to form".

Synonyms and Antonyms

• Synonyms: crear, constituir, organizar
• Antonyms: deshacer, destruir, desorganizar