How to Say "form" in Spanish
The most common Spanish word for “form” is “forma” — use 'forma' when referring to the shape or configuration of something, or when talking about being in good physical condition..
forma
/for-mah//ˈfoɾma/
Examples
La casa tiene una forma cuadrada.
The house has a square shape.
La mesa tiene forma redonda.
The table has a round shape.
Me gusta la forma de esa botella.
I like the shape of that bottle.
El escultor dio forma a la arcilla.
The sculptor gave form to the clay.
Feminine Noun
Even though it doesn't end in '-a' in English, 'forma' is a feminine word in Spanish. Always use 'la forma' or 'una forma'.
forma
/for-mah//ˈfoɾma/
Examples
Rellena esta forma con tu nombre y dirección.
Fill out this form with your name and address.
La mesa tiene forma redonda.
The table has a round shape.
Me gusta la forma de esa botella.
I like the shape of that bottle.
El escultor dio forma a la arcilla.
The sculptor gave form to the clay.
Feminine Noun
Even though it doesn't end in '-a' in English, 'forma' is a feminine word in Spanish. Always use 'la forma' or 'una forma'.
forma
/for-mah//ˈfoɾma/
Examples
Después de la lesión, me costó mucho volver a estar en forma.
After the injury, it was very difficult for me to get back into shape.
La mesa tiene forma redonda.
The table has a round shape.
Me gusta la forma de esa botella.
I like the shape of that bottle.
El escultor dio forma a la arcilla.
The sculptor gave form to the clay.
Feminine Noun
Even though it doesn't end in '-a' in English, 'forma' is a feminine word in Spanish. Always use 'la forma' or 'una forma'.
formulario
/for-moo-LAH-ryoh//foɾmuˈlaɾjo/
Examples
Necesito completar este formulario para solicitar la visa.
I need to complete this form to apply for the visa.
Tienes que rellenar este formulario para abrir una cuenta.
You have to fill out this form to open an account.
He enviado el formulario de contacto por internet.
I have sent the contact form online.
Gender Identification
Since this word ends in '-o', it is masculine. You should always use 'el' or 'un' with it: 'el formulario'.
The 'Fill Out' Confusion
Mistake: “Using 'llenar' exclusively for forms.”
Correction: While 'llenar' works, Spanish speakers more naturally use 'rellenar' (to fill in) or 'completar' (to complete) when talking about documents.
Forma vs. Formulario for Documents
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