formulación
“formulación” means “formulation” in Spanish. It has 2 different meanings depending on context:
formulation
Also: wording, phrasing
📝 In Action
La formulación de la nueva ley tomó varios meses de debate.
B2The formulation of the new law took several months of debate.
Debemos mejorar la formulación de las preguntas en el examen.
C1We must improve the wording of the questions on the exam.
Su formulación del problema fue muy clara y precisa.
B2His phrasing of the problem was very clear and precise.
formulation
Also: recipe, preparation
📝 In Action
Esta crema tiene una formulación especial para pieles sensibles.
B2This cream has a special formulation for sensitive skin.
La formulación química del compuesto es alto secreto.
C1The chemical formulation of the compound is top secret.
El laboratorio cambió la formulación del jarabe.
B2The laboratory changed the formulation of the syrup.
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Words that translate to "formulación" in Spanish:
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Quick Quiz: formulación
Question 1 of 3
Which of these is the correct plural form of 'formulación'?
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From the Latin word 'formulatio', which comes from 'formula' (meaning a small rule or pattern) combined with a suffix that indicates an action or process.
First recorded: 17th century
Cognates (Related words)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'formulación' the same as 'fórmula'?
Not quite. 'Fórmula' is the result (like a math rule or a recipe), while 'formulación' usually refers to the *process* of creating that result or the specific wording used.
Why does the accent disappear in the plural?
Spanish rules say that if a word ends in 'n', 's', or a vowel, the stress naturally falls on the second-to-last syllable. In 'formulaciones', the stress naturally hits the 'cio' part, so we no longer need the written accent to show where the stress goes.
Can I use 'formulación' for a cooking recipe?
Technically yes in a factory setting, but in a kitchen, always use the word 'receta'.