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formula

 

[ ˈfɔːmjʊlə ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

mathematics

A mathematical expression that represents a rule or law. It consists of symbols, numbers, and operators such as +, -, *, /.

Synonyms

equation, expression, rule

Examples of usage

  • The formula for calculating the area of a circle is A = πr².
  • The quadratic formula is used to solve equations of the form ax² + bx + c = 0.
Context #2 | Noun

chemistry

A symbolic representation of a chemical compound showing the elements and their ratios. It provides information about the composition of the compound.

Synonyms

chemical notation, molecular formula

Examples of usage

  • The chemical formula for water is H2O.
  • NaCl is the formula for table salt.
Context #3 | Noun

general

A set of instructions or steps to achieve a specific result or outcome.

Synonyms

approach, method, recipe

Examples of usage

  • The formula for success includes hard work, dedication, and perseverance.
  • There is no one-size-fits-all formula for happiness.

Translations

Translations of the word "formula" in other languages:

🇵🇹 fórmula

🇮🇳 सूत्र (sootra)

🇩🇪 Formel

🇮🇩 rumus

🇺🇦 формула

🇵🇱 formuła

🇯🇵 式 (shiki)

🇫🇷 formule

🇪🇸 fórmula

🇹🇷 formül

🇰🇷 공식 (gongsik)

🇸🇦 صيغة (ṣīgha)

🇨🇿 vzorec

🇸🇰 vzorec

🇨🇳 公式 (gōngshì)

🇸🇮 formula

🇮🇸 formúla

🇰🇿 формула

🇬🇪 ფორმულა (pormula)

🇦🇿 formula

🇲🇽 fórmula

Etymology

The word 'formula' originates from the Latin word 'formula' meaning 'a small pattern'. It was first used in English in the 1630s to refer to a prescribed set form of words for use in a ceremony or procedure. Over time, the term evolved to encompass mathematical expressions, chemical representations, and general instructions for achieving specific results.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #2,231, this word belongs to solid intermediate vocabulary. It's frequently used in both casual and formal contexts and is worth learning for better fluency.