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“form” in German

German

AlsoFormular · formieren

Pronunciation

IPA/ˈbɪldn̩/

Example

Wir bilden eine Gruppe.

We form a group.

Illustration for bilden (form)

How to say “form” in German

“Form” in German is bilden.

Parts are arranged so that a group, structure, or new form takes shape.

Full entry for bilden: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with bilden

Mit zwei Wörtern kann man ein neues Wort bilden.

With two words, one can form a new word.

Tips for using bilden

  • Bilden normally takes an accusative object for the thing formed, as in eine Gruppe bilden, whereas sich bilden describes something forming or developing itself.

Other German words for “form”

Bitte füllen Sie das Formular vollständig aus.

Please fill out the entire form.

Aus den Freiwilligen formierte sich ein Team.

A team formed from the volunteers.

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