fórmula

/ˈfoɾmula/ · B2 · noun · f

formula

🧪📐 Same as English formula, from Latin formula = little form, a set mould

Latin forma (shape, mould) + -ula (small). A fórmula is a fixed little shape you pour numbers or words into. Note the stress: FÓR-mu-la, on the first syllable, which is why it carries a written accent.

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