formulate
gb/fˈɔɹmjulˌeɪt/ us/fˈɔɹmjulˌeɪt/
B2
Englisch
~ 4400
Bedeutungen
0 Bedeutungen
Verb
B2
action
1
Express an idea or plan clearly
To make a plan or idea and say it clearly.
Verwendungsmuster:
to formulate [a plan/idea/proposal]
Häufiger Fehler:
Learners sometimes confuse 'formulate' with 'format'; 'format' means arrange or style text, while 'formulate' means develop and express ideas or plans.
Synonyme
devise (Often implies inventing or coming up with something new, sometimes less emphasis on verbal clarity.)
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draft (Usually refers to preparing an initial written version, not necessarily the full process of developing the idea.)
Antonyme
improvise (Means to act without preparation or careful planning, opposite of formulating.)
Wortverbindungen
formulate a plan
|formulate a strategy
|formulate an idea
|formulate a proposal
|formulate a policy
Themen
communication
|planning
|business
|education
Beispiele
- The team formulated a detailed strategy for the next quarter.
- She formulated her ideas before presenting them to the board.
- We need to formulate a clear policy on data privacy.
- The committee will formulate proposals for the new project.
- He took time to formulate his response carefully.
Beispiele für Lernende
- We formulated a plan for the trip.
- She formulated her answer before speaking.
- They formulated a new policy for the school.
- I formulated my ideas before writing.
- We formulated a strategy to win the game.
Verb
technical
C1
action
2
Prepare something using a method
To make something, like medicine or food, by following a set method.
Verwendungsmuster:
to formulate [a product/compound/mixture]
Häufiger Fehler:
Learners may confuse 'formulate' here with 'mix'; 'mix' is less precise and doesn't imply a specific method or formula.
Synonyme
manufacture (Focuses more on large-scale production rather than careful design of composition.)
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synthesize (Common in chemistry; emphasizes combining elements to create something new.)
Antonyme
destroy (To break down or ruin something rather than create it.)
Wortverbindungen
formulate a drug
|formulate a compound
|formulate a mixture
|formulate a product
Themen
science
|manufacturing
|technology
|work
Beispiele
- Scientists formulated a new vaccine after years of research.
- The company formulates its cleaning products with natural ingredients.
- Engineers are working to formulate a stronger adhesive.
- They formulated a paint that resists fading.
- The pharmacist formulated the ointment in the lab.
Beispiele für Lernende
- The scientist formulated a new drug.
- They formulated a strong glue.
- We formulated the cake mix in the kitchen.
- The chemist formulated the perfume.
- She formulated the medicine for children.
Grammatik
Grundform
formulate
IPA
GB/fˈɔɹmjulˌeɪt/
US/fˈɔɹmjulˌeɪt/
Silben & Betonung
for - mu - late (3 Silben)
Stress on 1st syllable (for)
Wortformen
Verb
- Base: formulate
- 3rd Person Singular: formulates
- Present Participle: formulating
- Past: formulated
Wortfamilie
Forms
formulates
verb
formulating
verb
formulated
verb
Core family
formulation
noun C1
formula
noun B1
Related words
formulaic
adjective
Advanced or less common
formulator
noun
Ausdrücke
formulate a plan
1/fˈɔɹmjulˌeɪt ə plˈæn/
fixed phrase
Create and state a plan clearly
To think of and say how you will do something.
Beispiele
- We need to formulate a plan before starting the project.
- She formulated a plan to increase sales.
formulate a strategy
1/fˈɔɹmjulˌeɪt ə stɹˈætəd͡ʒi/
fixed phrase
Create and state a strategy clearly
To decide and explain how you will reach a goal.
Beispiele
- The coach formulated a strategy for the final game.
- Our company must formulate a strategy for entering the new market.
formulate an idea
1/fˈɔɹmjulˌeɪt ən aɪdˈiə/
fixed phrase
Create and state an idea clearly
To think of an idea and explain it clearly.
Beispiele
- He struggled to formulate an idea that would impress the investors.
- I need time to formulate my ideas before speaking.