Formulae Meaning in English

word · lemma: formula

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Definition

'Formulae' is the plural of 'formula', meaning rules, methods, or fixed forms in mathematics, science, or other areas. It refers to more than one formula.

Usage & Nuances

'Formulae' is the traditional (Latin) plural of 'formula', mainly used in scientific and academic contexts. 'Formulas' is also correct and more common in everyday English. Use 'formulae' for formal writing; in conversation, 'formulas' is usually preferred.

• Spanish: fórmulas
• Portuguese (BR): fórmulas
• Portuguese (PT): fórmulas
• Chinese (Simplified): 公式（复数）
• Chinese (Traditional): 公式（複數）
• Hindi: सूत्रों
• Arabic: صِيَغ
• Bengali: সূত্রসমূহ
• Russian: формулы
• Japanese: 公式（複数形）
• Vietnamese: công thức
• Korean: 공식들
• Turkish: formüller
• Urdu: فارمولے
• Indonesian: rumus-rumus

Example Sentences

The math teacher wrote three formulae on the board.

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Scientists use different formulae to solve chemistry problems.

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Einstein’s famous equation is just one of many important formulae in physics.

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Over the years, mathematicians have developed countless formulae to explain complex ideas.

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You need to memorize these formulae for the exam.

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If you get stuck, look back at the list of formulae your teacher gave you.

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