Cool MateMeaning of Formulate
to create or prepare something carefully, giving particular attention to the details
In simple words: To create or develop a plan or idea.
Formulate in a sentence
- to **formulate a policy/theory/plan/proposal**
- The compost is specially formulated for pot plants.
- This new kitchen cleaner is formulated to cut through grease and dirt.
- His ideas are always very carefully formulated.
- products that are specially formulated for safe use on leather
- She has lots of good ideas, but she has difficulty formulating them.
- He struggled to formulate an answer.
How to use Formulate
Use 'formulate' in academic or professional settings when discussing plans, theories, or strategies. It may sound too formal in casual conversations.
Grammar pattern
formulate + object
Memory hint
Sounds like 'for-multiple-late' — imagine creating multiple plans for a late project.
Related words
Collocations with Formulate
Common mistakes with Formulate
- Using 'formulate' without an object, e.g., 'I will formulate’ instead of 'I will formulate a plan.'
- Confusing 'formulate' with 'form' which is less specific.
- Using 'formulate' in overly casual contexts.
Compare Formulate with Devise, Create, Develop, Construct, Establish
Formulate appears in
Formulate in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
يصيغ، يضع، يكوّن
أن تخلق أو تطور خطة أو فكرة.
- Bengaliবাংলা
গঠন করা
কোনো পরিকল্পনা বা ধারণা তৈরি বা বিকাশ করা।
- GermanDeutsch
Formulieren, Ausarbeiten
Einen Plan oder eine Idee erstellen oder entwickeln.
- SpanishEspañol
Formular
Crear o desarrollar un plan o idea.
- Persianفارسی
تدوین کردن، فرمولبندی کردن
یه نقشه یا ایده رو ساختن یا توسعه دادن.
- FrenchFrançais
Formuler
Créer ou développer un plan ou une idée.
- Hindiहिन्दी
तैयार करना, बनाना
किसी योजना या विचार को बनाना या विकसित करना।
- ItalianItaliano
Formulare
Creare o sviluppare un piano o un'idea.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Formular
Criar ou desenvolver um plano ou ideia.
- RussianРусский
Формулировать, Разрабатывать
Создать или разработать план или идею.
- Urduاردو
ترتیب دینا، بنانا
کوئی منصوبہ یا خیال بنانا یا تیار کرنا۔
- Chinese中文
制定，阐述
创造或发展一个计划或想法。
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Frequently asked questions about Formulate
What does Formulate mean?
To create or develop a plan or idea.
What is the definition of Formulate?
to create or prepare something carefully, giving particular attention to the details
How do you use Formulate in a sentence?
to **formulate a policy/theory/plan/proposal**
Can you give another example of Formulate?
The compost is specially formulated for pot plants.
What are synonyms for Formulate?
Common alternatives include devise, create, develop, construct, establish.
What is the opposite of Formulate?
Opposite meanings include disorganize, destroy, neglect.
What words go with Formulate?
It commonly pairs with fully, carefully, properly, try to, help (to), fully, carefully, properly, try to, help (to).
What are common mistakes when using Formulate?
Using 'formulate' without an object, e.g., 'I will formulate’ instead of 'I will formulate a plan.' Confusing 'formulate' with 'form' which is less specific. Using 'formulate' in overly casual contexts.
How do you pronounce Formulate?
US: /["/ˈfɔːrmjuleɪt/","/ˈfɔːrmjuleɪts/","/ˈfɔːrmjuleɪtɪd/","/ˈfɔːrmjuleɪtɪŋ/"]/, UK: /["/ˈfɔːmjuleɪt/","/ˈfɔːmjuleɪts/","/ˈfɔːmjuleɪtɪd/","/ˈfɔːmjuleɪtɪŋ/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Formulate?
Use 'formulate' in academic or professional settings when discussing plans, theories, or strategies. It may sound too formal in casual conversations.
What CEFR level is Formulate?
"Formulate" is at C1 level on the CEFR scale.