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forma irregular

[ˈfɔɾ.mɐ ɪ.ɾeɡu.ˈlaɾ]
nounfemininepl: formas irregulares
irregular form
1. A word, especially a verb or noun, that does not follow standard grammatical patterns or conjugation rules
The verb 'to be' is an irregular form in English.
O verbo 'ser' é uma forma irregular em português.
2. A shape or structure that does not conform to standard or regular geometric patterns
The building has an irregular form that makes it architecturally unique.
O edifício tem uma forma irregular que o torna arquitetonicamente único.
3. In linguistics, a morphological variation that does not follow predictable patterns
The plural of 'child' is an irregular form because it is 'children', not 'childs'.
O plural de 'criança' pode ser uma forma irregular dependendo da variação linguística.
Synonyms
forma anômalaforma atípicaforma excepcional
Antonyms
forma regularforma padrãoforma sistemática

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
forma irregular
Standard usage in Brazilian Portuguese grammar education
Portugal
forma irregular
Standard usage in European Portuguese grammar education

Related Idioms & Phrases

verbo irregular
conjugação irregular
pluralização irregular
declinação irregular
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