flat form

[/flæt fɔːrm/]
nounpl: flat forms
forma plana
1. A two-dimensional representation or shape without depth or three-dimensional qualities
The artist drew the figure in flat form to create a minimalist style.
O artista desenhou a figura em forma plana para criar um estilo minimalista.
2. In typography and design, a letterform or character without stylistic embellishments or serifs
The flat form of the letter 'A' is simpler than its decorative version.
A forma plana da letra 'A' é mais simples que sua versão decorativa.
3. In linguistics, the base or uninflected form of a word
The flat form of 'running' is 'run'.
A forma plana de 'running' é 'run'.
4. In manufacturing, a sheet or panel form before assembly or shaping
The metal comes in flat form before being bent into shape.
O metal vem em forma plana antes de ser dobrado em forma.
The term 'flat form' is commonly used in contemporary design, particularly in 'flat design' movements popular in digital interfaces and graphic design across both Brazil and the USA since the 2010s.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
flat designtwo-dimensional formplane formsheet form
Antonyms / Antônimos
three-dimensional formsculptural formvolumetric form

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
forma plana
Standard usage in design and art contexts
São Paulo
forma plana; formato plano
Both terms used interchangeably in design industry
Portugal
forma plana; formato plano
Similar usage to Brazilian Portuguese with slight preference for 'formato'

Related Words

flatnessplanedimensiongeometrysilhouetteprofile

Related Idioms & Phrases

in flat form
reduce to flat form
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