formular

Senses

1. 1.

   to formulate, to express

   To express something in a clear and systematic way, especially ideas, questions, or statements

2. 2.

   to draw up, to draft

   To create or prepare a formal plan, theory, or document

3. 3.

   to ask, to pose

   To formally present a question or request

Examples

• "O advogado formulou uma pergunta importante durante o julgamento."

  The lawyer formulated an important question during the trial.

• "Precisamos formular uma estratégia nova para o projeto."

  We need to formulate a new strategy for the project.

• "Os cientistas formularam uma hipótese interessante sobre o fenômeno."

  The scientists formulated an interesting hypothesis about the phenomenon.

Usage

A formal register verb commonly used in professional, academic, and legal contexts. Often collocates with "pergunta" (question), "hipótese" (hypothesis), "estratégia" (strategy), and "plano" (plan). Don't confuse with "formatar" (to format).