← Back to Fala2Me

irregular shape

[ɪˈrɛɡjələr ʃeɪp]
nounpl: irregular shapes
forma irregular
1. A shape or form that does not have uniform or symmetrical proportions; lacking regularity in outline or structure
The coastline of the island has an irregular shape with many inlets and peninsulas.
A costa da ilha tem uma forma irregular com muitas enseadas e península.
2. In geometry, a polygon or figure whose sides and angles are not all equal
The architect designed an irregular shape for the building's façade to create visual interest.
O arquiteto projetou uma forma irregular para a fachada do edifício criar interesse visual.
Synonyms
asymmetrical shapeuneven shapenon-uniform shapeamorphous shape
Antonyms
regular shapesymmetrical shapeuniform shapegeometric shape

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
forma irregular
Standard usage across Brazil
São Paulo
formato irregular
Commonly used in technical and architectural contexts
Portugal
forma irregular
Standard European Portuguese usage

Related Idioms & Phrases

out of shape
take shape
shape up
Look up more words on Fala2Me
The free English-Portuguese dictionary with real Brazilian accents, NYC slang, conjugator and more
Open Fala2Me →