regular form
[ˈrɛɡjələr fɔrm]
nounpl: regular forms
forma regular
1. In grammar, the standard or typical way a word changes according to established rules, particularly in verb conjugation or noun/adjective declension
The verb 'walk' follows the regular form by adding '-ed' to create the past tense 'walked'.
O verbo 'walk' segue a forma regular adicionando '-ed' para criar o tempo passado 'walked'.
2. In mathematics and geometry, a shape or polygon with equal sides and equal angles
A regular form of a polygon has all sides and angles equal to each other.
Uma forma regular de um polígono tem todos os lados e ângulos iguais entre si.
3. The standard or conventional structure or pattern used in a particular field or discipline
Most English verbs use the regular form for past tense conjugation.
A maioria dos verbos em inglês usa a forma regular para conjugação do tempo passado.
This term is primarily used in educational and academic contexts in both English-speaking countries and Brazil. It is essential vocabulary in grammar instruction, mathematics, and linguistic studies. The concept of regular versus irregular forms is fundamental to language learning and is emphasized in both American and Brazilian Portuguese educational systems.
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