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shape in French

shape in French is forme, former, donner une forme — shape means the outline or form of something, defined by its outer edges or surface.

shape in French

forme
noun
former
verb
(transitive) To give something a shape and definition.
donner une forme
verb
(transitive) To give something a shape and definition.

What does "shape" mean?

  1. noun The outline or form of something, defined by its outer edges or surface.
    "The clouds formed the shape of a whale."
  2. noun The general condition or state of something, especially physical fitness.
    "He started running to get back in shape."
  3. verb To give something a particular form, or to influence how it develops.
    "Her childhood in the countryside shaped her love of nature."

shape in a sentence

  • The clouds formed the shape of a whale.
  • Cut the dough into star shapes before baking.
  • He started running to get back in shape.
  • The old car was in surprisingly good shape.

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Frequently asked questions

What is "shape" in French?

"shape" in French is forme, former, donner une forme. shape means: The outline or form of something, defined by its outer edges or surface.

How do you use "shape" in a sentence?

Example: "The clouds formed the shape of a whale." In French, "shape" is forme, former, donner une forme.

Are there other ways to say "shape" in French?

Yes — French has 3 translations listed for "shape": forme, former, donner une forme.

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