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formen

shape

Meaning of formen

form influence

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German[ˈfɔʁmən]
shape
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formen with English translation

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formen belongs to the topic "Culture and Traditions of Countries". Start with a short 7-word set so the word is easier to remember in context.

formenshape
Duscheshower
Aufzugelevator
Handtuchtowel
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Aussichtview
Frühstückbreakfast

formen synonyms

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What's the difference between formen / gestalten / modellieren / konstruieren

🇩🇪German
formen

Means to leave a strong lasting mark or influence. It often emphasizes a deep and long-term effect on people, periods, or attitudes.

B2Often

Die Geschichte der Stadt hat ihre kulturelle Identität stark geprägt.

История города сильно сформировала его культурную идентичность.

🇩🇪German

Means to shape or design something, often with a deliberate, creative influence. Common for ideas, processes, culture, and development.

B2Often

Die Ausstellung soll die öffentliche Meinung über die lokale Kultur mitgestalten.

Выставка должна способствовать формированию общественного мнения о местной культуре.

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🇩🇪German
modellieren

Primarily means to model or sculpt physically. Figuratively, it can mean shaping something in a more detailed or technical way.

B2Rarely

Die Künstlerin modellierte die Figur aus Ton.

Художница слепила фигуру из глины.

🇩🇪German

Means to construct or build, with emphasis on a technical, logical, or artificially created process rather than creative influence.

B2Often

Ingenieure konstruierten eine Brücke über den Fluss.

Инженеры построили мост через реку.

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How to pronounce formen and what this word means

formen translation: shape. This page includes translation, pronunciation, transcription, audio, usage examples and related words.

how to pronounce formen

[ˈfɔʁmən]

formen translation

shape

formen transcription

[ˈfɔʁmən]

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formen meaning: what does it mean?

beeinflussen und in eine bestimmte Richtung entwickeln

formen pronunciation: how do you pronounce it?

formen is pronounced as [ˈfɔʁmən]. Audio is available on this page when the word has a recording.

Is formen part of Culture and Traditions of Countries vocabulary?

Yes, formen (shape) can be learned in the Culture and Traditions of Countries topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.

Is formen part of Travel and Leisure vocabulary?

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