forma popular
[FOR-muh puh-POO-lar]
noun phrasefemininepl: formas populares
popular form; colloquial form; vernacular form
1. A manner of expression, spelling, or pronunciation that is commonly used by the general population rather than in formal or standard usage
The forma popular of 'you' in English is 'ya' instead of 'you are'
A forma popular de 'você está' é 'tá' em português coloquial
2. A version of a word, phrase, or concept that has become widespread among common people
The forma popular of the scientific term evolved into everyday language
A forma popular do termo científico evoluiu para a linguagem cotidiana
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