formula

[ˈfɔːrmjələ]
nounfemininepl: formulas / formulae
fórmula
1. A mathematical or chemical expression showing the relationship between quantities or elements
The formula for calculating the area of a circle is πr².
A fórmula para calcular a área de um círculo é πr².
2. A fixed or conventional method of doing something
The company uses a winning formula for their marketing strategy.
A empresa usa uma fórmula vencedora para sua estratégia de marketing.
3. A list of ingredients or instructions for preparing something, especially a medication or cosmetic product
The baby formula needs to be mixed with warm water.
A fórmula infantil precisa ser misturada com água morna.
4. A form of words, especially one that is used repeatedly or formally
He used the standard formula for greeting guests.
Ele usou a fórmula padrão para saudar os convidados.
5. In motorsports, a category or class of racing with specific regulations
Formula 1 is the highest class of international single-seater racing.
Fórmula 1 é a categoria mais alta de corrida internacional de monopostos.
In Brazil, 'fórmula infantil' (baby formula) is a common term used by parents and healthcare providers. Formula 1 racing has significant cultural presence in Brazil, particularly following the success of Brazilian drivers like Ayrton Senna and more recently Felipe Massa and Lucas Di Grassi. The word is used across all social classes and educational levels in both Brazil and the USA.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
equationmethodprocedurerecipepattern
Antonyms / Antônimos
improvisationspontaneity

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
fórmula
standard term used in mathematics, chemistry, medicine, and general contexts
Rio de Janeiro
fórmula
same usage as general Brazilian; commonly used in sports discussions about F1
São Paulo
fórmula
same usage as general Brazilian; business and technical contexts very common
Portugal
fórmula
identical usage; spelling and meaning are the same in European Portuguese

Related Words

formulaicformulateformulationmathematical

Related Idioms & Phrases

winning formula
magic formula
follow a formula
stick to the formula
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