Formulate Meaning in English
word
ˈfɔɹmjəˌɫeɪt
FOR-myuh-layt
fˈɔːmjʊlˌeɪt
FAW-myuh-layt
Definition
To create, develop, or express an idea, plan, or rule in a clear and organized way.
Usage & Nuances
Formal or academic; often used when talking about creating detailed plans, theories, policies, or scientific ideas. Common collocations: 'formulate a plan', 'formulate a response'. Not typically used in casual speech.
Spanish: formular - elaborarPortuguese (BR): formular - elaborarPortuguese (PT): formular - elaborarChinese (Simplified): 制定 - 构想Chinese (Traditional): 制定 - 構想Hindi: निर्धारित करना - गढ़नाArabic: يصوغ - يضع (خطة)Bengali: গঠন করা - রচনা করা - নির্ধারণ করাRussian: сформулировать - разрабатыватьJapanese: 策定する - まとめるVietnamese: xây dựng - lập ra - hình thànhKorean: 수립하다 - 공식화하다Turkish: formüle etmek - oluşturmakUrdu: مرتب کرنا - وضع کرناIndonesian: merumuskan - menyusun
Example Sentences
Scientists formulate new theories to explain natural phenomena.
basic
She formulated a plan to finish her project on time.
basic
The company needs to formulate new policies for remote work.
basic
Let’s formulate a strategy before we meet with the client.
natural
It took them weeks to formulate the perfect response to the criticism.
natural
If you can’t clearly formulate your ideas, others may not understand you.
natural