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formar Present Conjugation

formarto form

A2regular -ar★★★★★
Quick answer:

The present of formar is regular: formo, formas, forma, formamos, formáis, forman.

formar Present Forms

yoformo
formas
él/ella/ustedforma
nosotrosformamos
vosotrosformáis
ellos/ellas/ustedesforman

When to Use the Present

Use the present tense to discuss current habits, general facts (like how something is structured), or actions happening right now.

Notes on formar in the Present

Formar follows the standard -ar pattern. There are no stem changes or spelling shifts.

Example Sentences

  • Yo formo a los nuevos empleados cada lunes.

    I train (form) the new employees every Monday.

    yo

  • Los estudiantes forman una fila en el pasillo.

    The students are forming a line in the hallway.

    ellos/ellas/ustedes

  • Esta pieza forma parte del motor.

    This piece forms part of the engine.

    él/ella/usted

Common Mistakes

  • Mistake: formemos

    Correct: formamos

    Why: Learners sometimes use the subjunctive 'e' ending for the present indicative 'nosotros' form.

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