How to Say "to formulate" in Spanish
The most common Spanish word for “to formulate” is “concebir” — use 'concebir' when you are talking about creating or devising abstract concepts, ideas, theories, or plans..
concebir
/kon-seh-BEER//konseˈβiɾ/
Examples
El equipo concibió una estrategia innovadora para el proyecto.
The team conceived an innovative strategy for the project.
El arquitecto concibió un edificio innovador.
The architect devised an innovative building.
Concibieron el plan durante una cena.
They came up with the plan during a dinner.
Es una estrategia bien concebida.
It is a well-thought-out strategy.
Abstract Usage
This meaning uses the verb exactly like the English 'to conceive an idea.' It implies the very beginning of a creative process.
formular
/for-moo-lar//foɾmuˈlaɾ/
Examples
El farmacéutico formuló una crema personalizada para la piel del paciente.
The pharmacist formulated a personalized cream for the patient's skin.
El laboratorio formuló una nueva crema solar.
The laboratory formulated a new sunscreen.
Necesitamos formular un plan de rescate.
We need to formulate/prepare a rescue plan.
Es difícil formular este compuesto sin los químicos adecuados.
It is difficult to formulate this compound without the right chemicals.
Logical Creation
This sense of the word implies that you are following a specific set of rules or a recipe, rather than just 'making' something randomly.
Abstract vs. Concrete 'Formulation'
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