formam

Formam is the accusative singular of the Latin noun forma, a feminine noun of the first declension meaning form, shape, or appearance. It is used to denote the external contour of objects or, figuratively, the outward aspect of things. In Latin, forma appears in many contexts describing physical form, artistic shape, or stylistic form.

Declension: Singular forms are forma (nominative), formae (genitive and dative), formam (accusative), forma (ablative). Plural forms are formae (nominative), formarum (genitive), formis (dative and ablative), formas (accusative). Formam specifically is the accusative singular.

Usage: Formam appears as the direct object of verbs expressing perception or alteration, for example videt formam (he sees the form) or mutat formam (he changes the form). The prepositional phrases in formam (into the form) and in forma (in the form) show additional ways the word can function, depending on movement versus position and on context. In linguistic and educational contexts, formam is often cited as a basic instance of a first-declension noun.

See also: forma, figura, species, Latin grammar.