formas
/for-mas/
shapes
This image illustrates 'formas' as basic geometric shapes and outlines.
formas(Noun)
shapes
?geometric figures, outlines
,ways
?methods or manners
,forms
?documents to fill out
molds
?for baking or casting
,manners
?e.g., 'buenas formas' - good manners
📝 In Action
Los niños dibujan formas en el papel: círculos, cuadrados y triángulos.
A1The children draw shapes on the paper: circles, squares, and triangles.
Hay muchas formas de aprender un idioma.
A2There are many ways to learn a language.
Por favor, complete estas formas con su información personal.
B1Please, fill out these forms with your personal information.
De todas formas, gracias por intentarlo.
B1Anyway, thanks for trying.
💡 Grammar Points
Making Nouns Plural
'Formas' is the plural of 'forma'. In Spanish, to make most words that end in a vowel (like -a, -e, -o) plural, you just add an '-s' at the end. Simple as that!
⭐ Usage Tips
More Than Just Shapes
Remember 'formas' isn't just for triangles and circles! It's incredibly common for talking about 'ways' or 'methods' to do something, like 'formas de pensar' (ways of thinking).
Here, 'formas' means the action of creation or shaping, like when you form something with your hands.
formas(Verb)
you form
?you create or shape
you make up
?as in 'you are part of'
,you educate
?you shape someone's character
📝 In Action
Tú formas un equipo excelente con tu hermana.
A2You form an excellent team with your sister.
¿Por qué no formas una fila como los demás?
A2Why don't you form a line like everyone else?
Con tu actitud, formas el carácter de tus hijos.
B1With your attitude, you form (shape) your children's character.
💡 Grammar Points
The 'Tú' Form for -ar Verbs
'Formas' is how you say 'you form' to a friend or family member (the 'tú' form). For regular verbs ending in -ar, you just drop the -ar and add -as. For example, 'hablar' becomes 'hablas'.
❌ Common Pitfalls
Confusing 'Formas' (You Form) with 'Forma' (He/She/It Forms)
Mistake: "Tú forma un buen equipo."
Correction: Tú formas un buen equipo. Remember to add the 's' at the end when you're talking to 'tú'.
🔄 Conjugations
indicative
present
imperfect
preterite
subjunctive
present
imperfect
✏️ Quick Practice
💡 Quick Quiz: formas
Question 1 of 2
Which sentence uses 'formas' to mean 'ways' or 'methods'?
📚 More Resources
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the difference between 'formas' and 'formulario'?
Good question! They both can mean 'form' in English. Use 'formas' when you mean multiple documents in general ('fill out these forms'). Use 'formulario' for a single, specific document designed to be filled out, like an application form ('el formulario de solicitud').
Is 'de todas formas' the same as 'de todos modos'?
Yes, they are practically identical. Both 'de todas formas' and 'de todos modos' mean 'anyway' or 'in any case' and are used interchangeably in everyday conversation.