nounpl: formulas or formulae
fórmulas
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 set of instructions or a fixed method for doing something
The company has a winning formula for success in the market.
A empresa tem uma fórmula vencedora para o sucesso no mercado.
3. A recipe or list of ingredients used to make something, especially in cooking or pharmaceuticals
The baby formula provides all necessary nutrients for infants.
A fórmula infantil fornece todos os nutrientes necessários para bebês.
4. A conventional or standardized way of doing something
Hollywood films often follow a predictable formula.
Os filmes de Hollywood frequentemente seguem uma fórmula previsível.
In both Brazilian and American contexts, 'formulas' is widely used in education, science, business, and everyday language. The term 'fórmula infantil' (baby formula) is particularly common in Brazil when discussing infant nutrition. In the USA, 'Formula 1' racing is a major sporting event, making the singular 'formula' culturally significant.
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