shape

• Существительное, обозначающее внешнюю форму, очертания или конфигурацию объекта или фигуры.

A noun referring to the external form, outline, or configuration of an object or figure.

1. External form or outlineA1formal

   The form or outline of an object, as opposed to its color, texture, or material.

   Форма

   • The table has a rectangular shape.
   • She drew a circle, the simplest shape.
   • The clouds took the shape of a dragon.

   Synonymsconfigurationcontourfigureformoutlineprofilesilhouette

2. A2informal

   The state of being in good physical condition or health.

   Форма

   • He is in great shape after months of training.
   • She needs to get back into shape for the marathon.
   • Regular exercise helps keep your body in shape.

   Synonymsconditionfettlefitnessformhealthtrim

3. B2formal

   The distinctive character or nature of something.

   Характер

   • The shape of the argument changed after new evidence emerged.
   • The project took on a different shape after the team meeting.
   • The shape of the economy is influenced by global trends.

   Synonymsaspectcharacterconditionformguisenaturestate

• Глагол, используемый для обозначения действия по приданию определённой формы или структуры чему-либо, или влияния на развитие чего-либо и его определения.

A verb used to indicate the act of giving a particular form or structure to something, or of influencing and determining the development of something.

1. Form or moldA2formal

   To give a particular form or shape to something.

   Придавать форму

   • The artist shaped the clay into a beautiful vase.
   • She shaped the dough into small balls for the cookies.
   • He shaped the metal into a perfect circle.

   Synonymscarvecreatefashionformmakemodelmoldsculpt

   Antonymsdeformdestroyruin

2. Influence or determineB2formal

   To have a strong influence on the development or character of something.

   Формировать

   • Her early experiences shaped her worldview.
   • The new policy will shape the future of the company.
   • Education plays a key role in shaping young minds.

   Synonymsaffectconditiondefinedeterminedirectfashionformguideinfluencemold

   Antonymsdestroyruinundermine

Phrasal variantsshape up