How to Say "to shape" in Spanish
The Spanish word for “to shape” is “formar” — A2 level. This is a very common word in everyday Spanish.
English → SpanishA2
verbA2
to mold or give physical form
Examples
Los estudiantes formaron una fila para entrar al bus.
The students formed a line to get on the bus.
El comité se formó con tres miembros de cada departamento.
The committee was formed with three members from each department.
La niebla formó un velo sobre el valle.
The fog formed a veil over the valley.
Using 'Formar' for Groups
When 'formar' means 'to make up' a group, it is often used impersonally or in the passive voice, like 'El grupo está formado por...' (The group is made up of...).
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