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forme

French → English

noun//fɔʁm//

(physical) Shape: the external appearance or contour of an object; figure

La table a une forme rectangulaire avec des coins arrondis.

(English) The table has a rectangular shape with rounded corners.

On peut distinguer la forme d'un navire à travers la brume.

(English) One can distinguish the shape of a ship through the mist.

noun//fɔʁm//

(social) Formality: established custom or proper behavior in specific situations; etiquette

Il est important de respecter les formes lors d'un dîner diplomatique.

(English) It is important to respect the formalities during a diplomatic dinner.

Le contrat a été annulé à cause d'un vice de forme juridique.

(English) The contract was canceled because of a legal procedural defect.

Entry ID: fr:en:forme · Source: refined · Type: vocabulary