Formel/ˈfɔʁml̩/formula; rule; set phrase
Formel is a German noun that means formula, rule, or set phrase. It is pronounced /ˈfɔʁml̩/. As a noun it takes the article "die", with the plural form "Formeln".
Definitions
1.a mathematical or scientific expression using symbols(mathematics, science)
a.an equation or symbolic representation of a rule
Die Formel für die Fläche eines Kreises ist A = πr².—The formula for the area of a circle is A = πr².
2.a fixed method or rule for doing something(general usage)
a.a procedure or method that always works in certain situations
Es gibt keine einfache Formel für Glück.—There is no simple formula for happiness.
3.a set phrase or routine expression(language, ritual)
a.a formal or ceremonial phrase
Die Anrede 'Sehr geehrte Damen und Herren' ist eine übliche Formel in Briefen.—The salutation 'Dear Sir or Madam' is a common formula in letters.
Declension
Genderfeminine
| Singular | Plural | |
|---|---|---|
| Nominative | die Formel | die Formeln |
| Genitive | der Formel | der Formeln |
| Dative | der Formel | den Formeln |
| Accusative | die Formel | die Formeln |
Frequently asked questions
- What does "Formel" mean in English?
- "Formel" means formula, rule, or set phrase. It is a German noun.
- How do you pronounce "Formel"?
- "Formel" is pronounced /ˈfɔʁml̩/ in the International Phonetic Alphabet.
- Is "Formel" der, die, or das?
- "Formel" is a feminine noun, so it takes the article "die".
- What is the plural of "Formel"?
- The plural of "Formel" is "Formeln".
- What part of speech is "Formel"?
- "Formel" is a noun in German.
