Formica Meaning in English

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US

fɝˈmaɪkə/, /fɔɹˈmaɪkə

fer-MY-kuh

UK

fɔːˈmaɪkə

faw-MY-kuh

Definition

Formica is a brand name for a durable plastic laminate material, most often used for kitchen countertops, tables, and furniture surfaces.

Usage & Nuances

Originally a brand, 'Formica' is often used generically in English for any similar laminate surface. Used mainly in interior design and furniture contexts. Note that it refers to the surface material, not the entire item.

• Spanish: fórmica
• Portuguese (BR): fórmica
• Portuguese (PT): fórmica
• Chinese (Simplified): 福米卡板
• Chinese (Traditional): 福米卡板
• Hindi: फॉर्मिका (सामग्री)
• Arabic: فورميكا (مادة)
• Bengali: ফর্মিকা
• Russian: формика
• Japanese: フォルミカ
• Vietnamese: Formica - nhựa laminate (Formica)
• Korean: 포미카 - 라미네이트(가구 표면재)
• Turkish: Formica - laminat (mobilya kaplaması)
• Urdu: فارمیکا
• Indonesian: Formika - laminasi (permukaan meja/kabinet)

Example Sentences

The kitchen counter is made of Formica.

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My desk has a smooth Formica surface.

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We bought a table with a white Formica top.

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Those old cafes with the red Formica tables bring back memories.

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You can easily clean Formica with just soap and water.

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Most school desks in the 70s were topped with Formica.

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