French Conversation · Level 16
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French word
formulation
Pronunciation
IPA/fɔʁmylasjɔ̃/
Meaning
- feminine nounwording
Example
Change la formulation de ta phrase pour qu'elle soit plus polie.
Change the wording of your sentence so that it is more polite.
More examples
Sa formulation maladroite a créé un malentendu.
His awkward wording created a misunderstanding.
Core concept
The verbal design of an idea, where word choice and sentence structure control its tone and clarity.
Common phrases
la formulation du message
the wording of the message
une formulation maladroite
an awkward wording
la formulation exacte
the exact wording
Similar words
expression: A group of words used to convey meaning or feelings.
phrase: A group of words arranged to express a single meaning.
formule: A fixed expression or set phrase used in a customary way.
Definition in French
Façon de choisir les mots et la construction pour dire quelque chose.
Word origin
The noun formulation is formed from French formuler and -ation, with formuler ultimately related to Latin formula, meaning a form or set expression.
Usage tips
- French uses formulation for the wording of a message, while English formulation can also suggest the development of a plan, theory, or solution.
Other meanings
- expressionnoun
Related words
- reformulerrephraseverb
- formulableexpressibleadjective