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formation, forming, shaping
The process of forming or creating something over time. Used for both concrete and abstract things — from geological formations to the development of ideas, relationships, or social structures.
人格の形成に影響を与える。
Influence the formation of one's character.
合意形成に向けた話し合いが続いている。
Discussions toward building consensus are continuing.
長年の地殻変動によってこの地形が形成された。
This terrain was formed by tectonic movements over many years.
USAGE:
A formal, widely used term in academic, scientific, and business contexts. The verb form 形成する means "to form, to shape."
COMMON COLLOCATIONS:
- 合意形成: consensus building
- 人格形成: character formation
- 世論形成: formation of public opinion
- 形成外科: plastic surgery (medical field)
- 資産形成: asset building