No. 6,232 in French
formula
A fixed, conventional method or set of principles.
In a sentence
La formule de politesse est essentielle dans une lettre officielle.
The polite formula is essential in an official letter.
Here, 'formule' refers to a specific phrasing or expression used in formal communication.
La formule chimique de l'eau est H2O.
The chemical formula for water is H2O.
In this sentence, 'formule' denotes a symbolic representation in science or chemistry.
Nous avons trouvé une nouvelle formule pour améliorer notre produit.
We have found a new formula to improve our product.
Here, 'formule' is used to mean a strategy or recipe for achieving something.
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