Spanish Conversation · Level 89
60 words
Spanish word
formativo
Pronunciation
IPA/foɾmaˈtiβo/
Meaning
- adjectiveformative
Example
La infancia fue una experiencia formativa en su vida.
Childhood was a formative experience in his life.
More examples
Este periodo formativo marcó mi interés por estudiar idiomas.
This formative period shaped my interest in studying languages.
Core concept
A teacher guiding a student practicing a task.
Common phrases
periodo formativo
formative period
momento formativo
formative moment
experiencia formativa
formative experience
Similar words
educativo: Supports learning and the acquisition of knowledge in formal educational programs.
didáctico: Presents material and explanations clearly to make learning easier and more effective.
Definition in Spanish
Que caracteriza procesos, programas o experiencias que contribuyen al desarrollo o la formación personal y profesional.
Word origin
The adjective comes from Spanish forma 'shape' plus the suffix -ivo (from Latin -ivus) and therefore names things that shape or contribute to development.
Usage tips
- Commonly used for formal programs or experiences (programa formativo, experiencia formativa) and more frequent in institutional language than in casual speech.