English–French

“put into words” in French

French

Alsoverbaliser

Pronunciation

IPA/fɔʁmyle/

Example

Je n'arrive pas à formuler mes émotions.

I can't put my emotions into words.

Illustration for formuler (put into words)

How to say “put into words” in French

“Put into words” in French is formuler.

Shaping an unclear thought into clear, deliberate words.

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

Example sentences with formuler

Peux-tu formuler ta demande plus clairement ?

Can you formulate your request more clearly?

Tips for using formuler

  • Formuler normally takes a direct object, as in formuler une demande, formuler une proposition, or formuler une opinion.

Other French words for “put into words”

Il vaut mieux verbaliser tes idées clairement.

It is better to put your ideas into words clearly.

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