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formen

shape

Meaning of formen

Deutsch

beeinflussen und in eine bestimmte Richtung entwickeln

English

influence how something develops

shape

Pronunciation

German
[ˈfɔʁmən]

formen with English translation

formen usage examples

🇩🇪German→🇬🇧English

Die Schule will die Zukunft formen.

The school wants to shape the future.

🇩🇪German→🇬🇧English

Erfahrungen formen den Charakter.

Experiences shape character.

formen synonyms

Related word breakdowns

What's the difference between formen, gestalten, modellieren, and konstruieren

🇩🇪German

Means to shape or design something, often with a deliberate, creative influence. Common for ideas, processes, culture, and development.

B2often
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🇩🇪German
modellieren

Primarily means to model or sculpt physically. Figuratively, it can mean shaping something in a more detailed or technical way.

B2rare word

Advanced: broader words

🇩🇪German

Means to construct or build, with emphasis on a technical, logical, or artificially created process rather than creative influence.

B2often

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formen belongs to the topic "Culture and Traditions of Countries →". Start with a short set of 1 word so the word is easier to remember in context.

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What does formen mean?

influence how something develops

How do you pronounce formen?

formen is pronounced [ˈfɔʁmən].

How is formen used in a sentence?

The school wants to shape the future. Translation: Die Schule will die Zukunft formen.

Is formen part of Culture and Traditions of Countries vocabulary?

Yes, formen (shape) can be learned in the Culture and Traditions of Countries topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.

Is formen part of Travel and Leisure vocabulary?

Yes, formen (shape) can be learned in the Travel and Leisure topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.

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