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feminine

/fɔʁ.ma.sjɔ̃/

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Translation

training, course; formation

Word origin

From Latin formatio, from formare ('to shape'), from forma ('shape, form').

Origin: Latin
Root: formatio
English cognates: formation, form

Grammar

Genderfeminine

Pluralformations

Examples

His training lasted six months.

The courses are free for young people.

She is training to be a doctor.

This centre offers several courses.

The formation of clouds depends on the wind.

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This word is part of lesson 50.