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🇨🇳Chinese Source WordCode: ZH

公式

Pronunciation / Transliteration: gōngshì

🇬🇧 Direct English Meaning:
Formula/ˈfɔːr.mjə.lə/
nounCEFR B2 (Upper)Top #2500 frequency
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🇨🇳 Example Sentence in Chinese:

"计算圆的面积的公式是πr²。"

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2 senses
As noun
  1. 1

    A mathematical relationship or rule expressed in symbols.

    "The formula for the area of a circle is πr²."
  2. 2

    A prescribed method for achieving something.

    "The recipe provided a formula for making the perfect cake."
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Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology

Derived from the Latin 'formula', the diminutive of 'forma' meaning shape, mold, or model. Historically used in Roman law to denote a standard form of action, it evolved in modern languages to represent mathematical rules, chemical compositions, and standardized methods.

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