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forma

shape

noun FOR-mah Common

Also means

form, condition

Usage Note

Forma is broadly versatile: it covers physical shape (la forma di un cuore), athletic condition (essere in forma = to be in shape), and bureaucratic form (un modulo). The phrase in forma is a common health compliment, while a forma di means 'shaped like'.

Examples

"Sei in ottima forma!"

Natural Translation

You are in great shape!

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