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formativo

formative

adjective fohr-mah-TEE-boh Rare

Also means

educational

Usage Note

Formativo describes something that shapes character, skills, or knowledge — a período formativo (formative period), evaluación formativa (formative assessment). It is common in education and professional development contexts. The feminine form is formativa.

Examples

"Los años formativos de un niño son cruciales."

Natural Translation

The formative years of a child are crucial.

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