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Explanation reformular in your Level:

At the A1 level, 'reformular' is a very advanced word that you probably won't use. However, you can understand the concept as 'saying it again but better.' If you say 'I want water' and then realize you should say 'Can I have some water, please?', you are essentially reformulating your request to be more polite. At this stage, focus on the simple verb 'decir' (to say) and 'otra vez' (again). You might hear a teacher say '¿Puedes decirlo de otra forma?' (Can you say it another way?), which is the simple version of reformulating. Don't worry about the complex conjugation yet, just know that changing your words to be clearer is a vital part of learning Spanish. As you grow, you will see that 'reformular' is the professional way to describe this action.

At the A2 level, you are starting to build more complex sentences and might find yourself stuck more often. This is where the *concept* of reformulating becomes very useful. When you don't know a specific word, you have to 'reformular' your sentence using words you *do* know. For example, if you don't know the word for 'refrigerator,' you might reformulate your sentence to say 'the cold box in the kitchen.' Linguistically, this is called 'circumlocution,' but in Spanish, you are 'reformulando tu idea.' You might encounter the word in simple reading passages about science (like changing a recipe) or in classroom instructions where the teacher asks you to 'rephrase' a basic sentence to practice a new grammar point.

B1 is the level where 'reformular' officially enters your active vocabulary. You are now expected to handle more formal situations, such as writing emails to a boss or participating in a structured debate. In these contexts, 'reformular' is the perfect verb to use when you want to clarify a point. You will use it to express that a plan needs to be revised ('Debemos reformular el plan') or that a question was not clear ('Permítame reformular la pregunta'). You should also be aware of the noun form, 'reformulación.' At this level, you start to understand that Spanish has different registers, and using 'reformular' instead of 'cambiar las palabras' shows that you are becoming a more sophisticated speaker who can handle nuanced communication.

At the B2 level, you should be able to use 'reformular' naturally in both speech and writing. You will use it to synthesize information from various sources—a key skill for the DELE B2 exam. When you read two different articles and have to summarize them, you are constantly reformulating the authors' points into your own words. You will also use it in professional contexts to discuss strategy, product development (reformulating a formula), or legal adjustments. You should be comfortable using it in different tenses, including the subjunctive ('Es necesario que reformulemos nuestra postura') and the passive voice. You understand that reformulating is not just a tool for correction, but a rhetorical strategy to persuade or clarify.

For C1 learners, 'reformular' is a tool for stylistic precision. You use it to navigate complex social and academic landscapes. In a C1 level essay, you might use 'reformular' to discuss how a philosophical concept has been adapted over centuries. You understand the subtle differences between 'reformular,' 'recontextualizar,' and 'replantear.' You can identify when a speaker is using reformulation as a tactic to avoid a direct answer or to shift the focus of a conversation. Your use of the word is seamless, and you can apply it to abstract concepts, such as 'reformular la identidad' or 'reformular el contrato social.' You are also aware of its use in specialized fields like linguistics, where it refers to specific discourse markers like 'es decir' or 'o sea.'

At the C2 level, you possess a near-native grasp of 'reformular' and its implications. You can use it to analyze the nuances of translation—how a poem must be reformulated to maintain its emotional impact in another language. You might use it in high-level academic research or legal discourse where the exact 'reformulación' of a clause can change the entire outcome of a case. You are sensitive to the word's weight in different Spanish-speaking cultures and how 'reformular' an apology might be necessary to maintain social harmony in different contexts. You can use the word meta-linguistically to discuss the nature of language itself, exploring how we are constantly reformulating our reality through the words we choose.

Practice it Examples Notes & Tips

reformular in 30 Seconds

Reformular means to rephrase or express something differently, usually for clarity or improvement.
It is a regular -ar verb used in formal, academic, and professional contexts.
Commonly applied to questions, plans, theories, and chemical formulas.
Synonyms include parafrasear and replantear, but it implies a structural change.

The Spanish verb reformular is a sophisticated yet essential term for anyone moving beyond basic conversational Spanish into the intermediate (B1) and advanced levels. At its core, it means to take an idea, a sentence, a question, or a theory and express it again in a different way. This isn't just about repetition; it's about modification for the sake of clarity, precision, or adaptation to a new context. Imagine you are explaining a complex concept to a child and then to a scientist; in both cases, you are reformulando your thoughts to suit the audience.

Academic Context: In academic writing, you often need to reformulate your thesis statement in the conclusion. This demonstrates that you have synthesized the information and can present your original argument with new depth. It is also used when citing others, where you paraphrase (reformulate) their ideas to avoid plagiarism while maintaining their original meaning.

Professional Environment: In meetings, if a proposal is rejected, a manager might ask the team to reformulate the project. This implies changing the structure, the goals, or the presentation to make it more acceptable or viable. It suggests a constructive process of improvement rather than a complete scrap-and-restart.

Es necesario reformular la pregunta para que los encuestados la entiendan mejor.

The word is composed of the prefix re- (meaning 'again' or 'back') and the verb formular (to formulate or state). Therefore, etymologically, it is the act of 'stating again.' However, in modern usage, it almost always implies an improvement or a shift in perspective. If you say something exactly the same way, you are repitiendo; if you change the wording to be clearer, you are reformulando.

El científico tuvo que reformular su hipótesis tras los resultados del experimento.

Interpersonal Communication: When someone misunderstands you, you might say, 'Déjame reformular lo que dije' (Let me rephrase what I said). This is a polite way to take responsibility for a lack of clarity and offer a better explanation.

As a regular -ar verb, reformular follows standard conjugation patterns, making it relatively easy to use once you understand its grammatical role. It is a transitive verb, meaning it usually requires a direct object—something that is being reformulated (a question, a plan, a sentence, a theory).

Common Grammatical Structures: 1. [Subject] + [Conjugated reformular] + [Noun Phrase]. Example: 'El autor reformula su argumento principal.'
2. [Infinitive reformular] + [Noun Phrase]. Example: 'Es importante reformular los objetivos anualmente.'

Estamos intentando reformular la estrategia de marketing para atraer a jóvenes.

When using it in the passive voice, which is common in technical or formal reports, you might see it as 'fue reformulado' or using the 'se' impersonal construction. For instance, 'La ley se reformuló para incluir nuevas protecciones' (The law was reformulated to include new protections). This shifts the focus from who did the reformulating to the fact that the change occurred.

Use with Gerunds: You can use the gerund 'reformulando' to describe an ongoing process of refinement. 'El equipo está reformulando el código para optimizar el rendimiento' (The team is rephrasing/refining the code to optimize performance).

Al reformular el contrato, eliminamos las cláusulas confusas.

In the imperative mood, it is often used in workshops or educational settings: 'Reformulen sus respuestas en grupos de tres' (Reformulate your answers in groups of three). This encourages students to collaborate and refine their thoughts.

You are most likely to encounter reformular in contexts that involve critical thinking, debate, or professional development. It is a 'high-register' word, meaning it sounds more formal than 'decir de otra manera' or 'cambiar'.

In the News and Media: Political analysts often use this word when discussing how a candidate changes their message to appeal to different demographics. 'El candidato intentó reformular su discurso sobre impuestos' (The candidate tried to rephrase his speech on taxes).

La empresa decidió reformular su imagen de marca tras la crisis.

In Education and Pedagogy: Teachers use 'reformulación' as a technique. When a student makes a grammatical error, the teacher might reformulate the student's sentence correctly without explicitly correcting them, providing a model for the student to follow.

In legal and bureaucratic Spanish, it is used when a document or a request needs to be resubmitted because the initial version was incorrect or incomplete. If you apply for a permit and the wording is wrong, the official might say, 'Tiene que reformular su solicitud'.

Si no somos claros, tendremos que reformular todo el proyecto.

Despite being a regular verb, there are several conceptual and usage mistakes learners often make with reformular.

Mistake 1: Confusing it with 'Repetir': Learners sometimes use 'reformular' when they simply mean 'to repeat'. Remember, 'repetir' is saying the exact same thing again. 'Reformular' is saying it differently to improve it. If you say the same words, you are NOT reformulating.

Incorrect: Reformuló su nombre tres veces. (He reformulated his name three times - unless he changed his name slightly each time, this is wrong. Use 'Repitió' instead).

Mistake 2: Overusing it in Informal Speech: Using 'reformular' while hanging out with friends at a bar might sound overly stiff or pretentious. In casual settings, 'decir de otra forma' or 'explicar mejor' is more natural. Save 'reformular' for the office, the classroom, or serious discussions.

Another common error is the spelling of the noun form. Many learners write 'reformulación' without the accent on the 'o'. In Spanish, nouns ending in '-ción' always carry an accent on the 'o' to indicate the stress falls on the last syllable.

To truly master reformular, you should understand how it compares to its synonyms. Each has a slightly different shade of meaning.

Parafrasear vs. Reformular: 'Parafrasear' is almost identical to 'reformular' in a linguistic sense. However, 'parafrasear' is specifically about restating someone else's words, whereas 'reformular' can be used for your own words or for changing the structural logic of a plan or formula.

Replantear vs. Reformular: 'Replantear' is more about 'rethinking' or 'reconsidering' the foundation of an idea. You 'replanteas' a problem (look at it from a new angle) and then 'reformulas' the question (write it down differently).

Debemos replantear el problema antes de reformular la solución.

Other alternatives include 'revisar' (to review/revise), which is broader, and 'corregir' (to correct), which implies the first version was wrong. 'Reformular' is more neutral; the first version might have been okay, but the second one is better suited for the current needs.

How Formal Is It?

Fun Fact

The word 'formula' in Latin is a diminutive of 'forma' (shape). So, 'reformular' literally means to give a small shape to something again.

Pronunciation Guide

UK /re.for.mu.ˈlar/

US /re.fɔr.mu.ˈlɑr/

Last syllable (lar)

Rhymes With

Hablar Cantar Llegar Pensar Lugar Solar Azar Pecar

Common Errors

Pronouncing the 'r' like an English 'r' (it should be a single tap).
Stressing the second-to-last syllable (re-for-MU-lar) instead of the last.
Making the 'u' sound like 'you' instead of a pure 'oo' sound.

Difficulty Rating

Reading 3/5

Common in articles and books, easily recognizable from 'formula'.

Writing 4/5

Requires knowing when to use it over simpler verbs to sound natural.

Speaking 4/5

Conjugation is easy, but finding the right moment to use it takes practice.

Listening 3/5

Clear pronunciation, usually easy to catch in formal speech.

What to Learn Next

Prerequisites

Formular Decir Cambiar Pregunta Idea

Learn Next

Parafrasear Sintetizar Analizar Replantear Esbozar

Advanced

Axioma Paradigma Discursivo Semántica Pragmática

Grammar to Know

Regular -ar verb conjugation

Yo reformulo, tú reformulas, él reformula...

Infinitive as a noun

El reformular ideas es un arte.

Direct Object Pronouns

La pregunta es mala, hay que reformularla.

Subjunctive for necessity

Es necesario que reformules tu actitud.

Gerund for ongoing actions

Estamos reformulando el sistema poco a poco.

Examples by Level

Quiero reformular mi pregunta.

I want to rephrase my question.

Uses 'querer' + infinitive.

Él reformula la frase.

He rephrases the sentence.

Third person singular present tense.

Nosotros reformulamos el plan.

We are rephrasing the plan.

First person plural present tense.

¿Puedes reformular eso?

Can you rephrase that?

Question form with 'poder'.

Ella reformuló su idea.

She rephrased her idea.

Preterite tense (completed action).

Voy a reformular mi respuesta.

I am going to rephrase my answer.

Future with 'ir a'.

Ellos reformulan el mensaje.

They rephrase the message.

Third person plural present.

Reformular es bueno.

Rephrasing is good.

Infinitive used as a noun.

Tengo que reformular el correo electrónico.

I have to rephrase the email.

Obligation with 'tener que'.

El profesor nos pidió reformular la tarea.

The teacher asked us to rephrase the homework.

Indirect object pronoun 'nos'.

Si no entiendes, voy a reformular.

If you don't understand, I'm going to rephrase.

Conditional 'si' clause.

Estamos reformulando las reglas del juego.

We are rephrasing the rules of the game.

Present progressive with gerund.

Fue necesario reformular la invitación.

It was necessary to rephrase the invitation.

Impersonal expression with 'fue'.

Ella siempre reformula lo que dice.

She always rephrases what she says.

Use of frequency adverb 'siempre'.

¿Por qué reformulaste tu opinión?

Why did you rephrase your opinion?

Preterite second person singular.

Quieren reformular el final del cuento.

They want to rephrase the end of the story.

Verb 'querer' + infinitive.

Es importante reformular los objetivos del proyecto.

It's important to reformulate the project goals.

Impersonal 'es + adjective' construction.

He decidido reformular mi propuesta inicial.

I have decided to reformulate my initial proposal.

Present perfect tense.

Permítame reformular mi argumento para ser más claro.

Allow me to reformulate my argument to be clearer.

Formal imperative 'permítame'.

El autor reformuló el capítulo entero.

The author reformulated the entire chapter.

Preterite of a regular -ar verb.

Si reformulamos la pregunta, obtendremos mejores datos.

If we reformulate the question, we will get better data.

First conditional (present + future).

No es fácil reformular una teoría tan compleja.

It's not easy to reformulate such a complex theory.

Infinitive after an adjective.

La empresa está reformulando su política de privacidad.

The company is reformulating its privacy policy.

Present progressive.

Debes reformular tus críticas para no ofender.

You should reformulate your criticisms so as not to offend.

Modal verb 'deber'.

Tras el fracaso, tuvieron que reformular toda la estrategia.

After the failure, they had to reformulate the whole strategy.

Preterite of 'tener que'.

El gobierno reformulará la ley de educación el próximo año.

The government will reformulate the education law next year.

Future tense.

Dudo que reformulen el contrato a estas alturas.

I doubt they will reformulate the contract at this point.

Subjunctive mood after 'dudar'.

La reformulación del producto fue un éxito total.

The reformulation of the product was a total success.

Noun form 'reformulación'.

Al reformular la tesis, encontré nuevos hallazgos.

Upon reformulating the thesis, I found new findings.

'Al' + infinitive (meaning 'upon' or 'when').

Es aconsejable reformular el discurso ante diferentes audiencias.

It is advisable to reformulate the speech for different audiences.

Impersonal adjective 'aconsejable'.

Habían reformulado el plan antes de que llegara el jefe.

They had reformulated the plan before the boss arrived.

Past perfect (pluscuamperfecto).

Reformulando la pregunta, ¿qué es lo que realmente buscas?

Rephrasing the question, what is it that you're really looking for?

Gerund as an introductory phrase.

Resulta imperativo reformular nuestro concepto de sostenibilidad.

It is imperative to reformulate our concept of sustainability.

Formal adjective 'imperativo'.

El filósofo reformula la ética kantiana desde una perspectiva moderna.

The philosopher reformulates Kantian ethics from a modern perspective.

Present tense in academic context.

No basta con repetir, hay que reformular críticamente.

It's not enough to repeat, one must reformulate critically.

Adverbial use of 'críticamente'.

La defensa intentó reformular los hechos para favorecer al acusado.

The defense tried to reformulate the facts to favor the accused.

Infinitive after 'intentar'.

A menudo, el arte consiste en reformular lo cotidiano.

Often, art consists of reformulating the everyday.

Verb 'consistir en'.

Espero que reformulen la política exterior con mayor pragmatismo.

I hope they reformulate foreign policy with greater pragmatism.

Present subjunctive for wishes.

La capacidad de reformular problemas es clave en la innovación.

The ability to reformulate problems is key in innovation.

Infinitive as a subject complement.

Se vio obligado a reformular su declaración ante las nuevas pruebas.

He was forced to reformulate his statement in light of the new evidence.

Passive construction 'se vio obligado'.

La deconstrucción nos obliga a reformular los cimientos del lenguaje.

Deconstruction forces us to reformulate the foundations of language.

Complex abstract subject.

Reformular el pasado es una constante en la historiografía oficial.

Reformulating the past is a constant in official historiography.

Gerund/Infinitive as abstract subject.

Cualquier intento de reformular la realidad pasa por el dominio del léxico.

Any attempt to reformulate reality involves mastering the vocabulary.

Subordinate clause with 'pasa por'.

El autor se propone reformular la narrativa nacional mediante la ficción.

The author aims to reformulate the national narrative through fiction.

Reflexive 'proponerse'.

Sería un error no reformular los paradigmas científicos vigentes.

It would be a mistake not to reformulate current scientific paradigms.

Conditional 'sería' with negative infinitive.

La mediación busca que las partes reformulen sus agravios en términos constructivos.

Mediation seeks to have the parties reformulate their grievances in constructive terms.

Subjunctive in a 'busca que' clause.

Acaso reformular la pregunta sea más importante que hallar la respuesta.

Perhaps reformulating the question is more important than finding the answer.

Use of 'acaso' with subjunctive.

El texto invita a reformular nuestra percepción de la alteridad.

The text invites us to reformulate our perception of otherness.

Formal academic vocabulary ('alteridad').

Common Collocations

Reformular una pregunta

Reformular la estrategia

Reformular una hipótesis

Reformular un plan

Reformular el contenido

Reformular la propuesta

Reformular una ley

Reformular el problema

Reformular la frase

Reformular el producto

Common Phrases

Permítame reformular

— A polite way to say you want to explain yourself again.

Permítame reformular, no quise decir eso.

Necesito reformular esto

— Expressing that the current version is not good enough.

No me gusta cómo suena, necesito reformular esto.

Reformular desde cero

— To completely restart the wording or structure.

Este plan no sirve, hay que reformular desde cero.

Fácil de reformular

— Something that can be easily explained in other words.

Es un concepto simple, fácil de reformular.

Difícil de reformular

— Something very precise that loses meaning if changed.

La poesía técnica es difícil de reformular.

Reformular para aclarar

— The main purpose of the action.

Escribo esto para reformular para aclarar mis dudas.

Se debe reformular

— Expressing necessity or obligation.

Se debe reformular el párrafo segundo.

Reformular con cuidado

— Doing it with precision to avoid errors.

Debes reformular con cuidado las cláusulas legales.

Reformular el pensamiento

— Changing one's internal logic or perspective.

La meditación te ayuda a reformular el pensamiento.

Reformular en voz alta

— Talking through an idea to refine it.

Me gusta reformular en voz alta antes de escribir.

Often Confused With

reformular vs Reformar

Reformar is for physical things (houses) or systems (laws), reformular is for language/ideas.

reformular vs Repetir

Repetir is saying the exact same thing; reformular is saying it differently.

reformular vs Formular

Formular is the first time you say it; reformular is the second (or more) time.

Idioms & Expressions

"Darle una vuelta a algo"

— To think about something again to find a new way to express or solve it.

Vamos a darle una vuelta a la idea para reformularla.

Informal

"Poner en otras palabras"

— The literal idiomatic equivalent of rephrasing.

Dicho en otras palabras, tenemos que reformular el contrato.

General

"Cambiar el chip"

— To change one's mindset, which often leads to reformulating ideas.

Tienes que cambiar el chip y reformular tu actitud.

Informal

"No tener pelos en la lengua"

— To speak directly, often needing to reformulate later for politeness.

Como no tiene pelos en la lengua, ahora debe reformular su comentario.

Informal

"Ir al grano"

— To get to the point, often a result of good reformulation.

Reformuló su discurso para ir al grano.

General

"Marear la perdiz"

— To beat around the bush; the opposite of clear reformulation.

Deja de marear la perdiz y reformula tu petición claramente.

Informal

"Sacar punta a algo"

— To find subtle meanings or refine something.

Le sacó punta al texto al reformular los diálogos.

General

"Hacer borrón y cuenta nueva"

— To start over, often involving reformulating plans.

Hicieron borrón y cuenta nueva y reformularon su relación.

General

"Poner los puntos sobre las íes"

— To clarify everything perfectly.

Reformuló el acuerdo para poner los puntos sobre las íes.

General

"En pocas palabras"

— Summarizing, which is a form of reformulation.

En pocas palabras, reformuló toda su filosofía.

General

Easily Confused

reformular vs Replantear

Both involve changing an idea.

Replantear is about the approach/logic; reformular is about the specific wording.

Replanteamos el negocio y reformulamos el eslogan.

reformular vs Parafrasear

Both mean 'to rephrase'.

Parafrasear is strictly linguistic; reformular can be structural or chemical.

Parafraseó el poema, pero el químico reformuló el champú.

reformular vs Traducir

Both involve changing words.

Traducir is between languages; reformular is within the same language.

Traduje el libro y reformulé el resumen.

reformular vs Corregir

Both involve fixing something.

Corregir implies an error; reformular is about improvement or adaptation.

Corregí las faltas y reformulé el párrafo.

reformular vs Resumir

Both shorten or change text.

Resumir makes it shorter; reformular makes it clearer/different.

Resumí el texto y luego reformulé los puntos clave.

Sentence Patterns

Quiero reformular [sustantivo].

Quiero reformular la frase.

Tengo que reformular [sustantivo].

Tengo que reformular el mensaje.

Es importante reformular [sustantivo].

Es importante reformular los objetivos.

Al reformular [sustantivo], [verbo].

Al reformular la pregunta, entendí el problema.

No basta con [verbo], hay que reformular.

No basta con leer, hay que reformular lo aprendido.

Reformular [concepto] implica [acción].

Reformular la justicia implica cambiar las leyes.

Permítame reformular mi [sustantivo].

Permítame reformular mi punto de vista.

Dudo que [sujeto] reformule [sustantivo].

Dudo que el jefe reformule el plan.

Word Family

Nouns

Reformulación (rephrasing/reformulation)

Formulación (formulation)

Fórmula (formula)

Formulario (form/document)

Verbs

Formular (to formulate)

Deformar (to deform)

Conformar (to conform)

Adjectives

Reformulado (reformulated)

Formulable (formulatable)

Fórmulas

Formas

Formalidad

Formativo

Formación

How to Use It

frequency

Common in professional and academic Spanish; rare in casual slang.

Common Mistakes

Using 'reformular' for physical objects. → Reformar / Remodelar
You don't reformulate a house; you reform it (remodel it).
Spelling it 'reformulizar'. → Reformular
The suffix -izar is common in Spanish, but this verb specifically uses the -ar ending.
Confusing 'reformular' with 'reproducir'. → Reformular
Reproducing is making a copy; reformulating is making a change.
Pronouncing 're-' like 'ray'. → re- (like 'red' without the d)
The Spanish 'e' is always a short, crisp sound, never a diphthong like in 'day'.
Using it without an object. → Reformular algo.
Since it's transitive, you usually need to say *what* you are reformulating.

Tips

In Writing

Use 'reformular' when you need to change a sentence to avoid repeating the same word too many times. It shows you have a rich vocabulary.

Buying Time

Saying 'Permítame reformular...' gives you 2-3 seconds to think of a better way to say something without awkward silence.

Academic Level

In the DELE or SIELE exams, using 'reformular' correctly can significantly boost your score in the 'lexical richness' category.

In Meetings

If someone doesn't agree with you, offer to 'reformular la propuesta'. It sounds collaborative rather than defensive.

Problem Solving

In brainstorming, ask the team to 'reformular el problema'. Often, changing the words reveals a solution that was hidden.

Reflexive Use

Though rare, 'reformularse' can be used to mean 'to reinvent oneself' or 'rethink one's own position'.

Be Specific

Don't just use 'reformular' for everything. If you are specifically quoting someone, 'parafrasear' might be more accurate.

Elegant Transitions

Use phrases like 'Dicho de otro modo, para reformular...' to transition between complex ideas in an essay.

Context Clues

If you hear 're-' followed by a familiar verb root, try to guess the meaning. Re-formular, Re-estructurar, Re-hacer.

Daily Practice

Take one thought you have today and try to reformular it in three different ways in Spanish. This builds mental flexibility.

Memorize It

Mnemonic

Think of 're-' (again) + 'formula'. You are making a new 'formula' for your sentence. RE-FORMULA-R.

Visual Association

Imagine a scientist pouring chemicals into a new beaker to change a recipe, or an editor using a red pen to rewrite a sentence.

Word Web

Claridad Cambio Mejora Palabras Ideas Estrategia Pregunta Respuesta

Challenge

Try to take three sentences from a news article today and reformular them in your own words using the verb 'reformular' to describe the action.

Word Origin

Derived from the Latin 're-' (again) and 'formulare', which comes from 'formula' (a small form or rule).

Original meaning: To set forth a rule or pattern again.

Romance (Latin root)

Cultural Context

No specific sensitivities, but using it too much in very informal settings can make you sound 'estirado' (stuck-up).

English speakers use 'rephrase' or 'restate' more often in casual talk. 'Reformulate' sounds more scientific in English than it does in Spanish.

Used frequently in Spanish academic journals. Common in legal documents like the Spanish Constitution revisions. Often heard in TV debates like 'La Sexta Noche'.

Practice in Real Life

Real-World Contexts

Academic Writing

Reformular la tesis
Reformular el argumento
Parafrasear y reformular
Reformular la conclusión

Business Strategy

Reformular los objetivos
Reformular la misión
Reformular el proyecto
Reformular la oferta

Scientific Research

Reformular la hipótesis
Reformular el experimento
Reformular la teoría
Reformular la mezcla

Legal Proceedings

Reformular la demanda
Reformular la declaración
Reformular el contrato
Reformular los cargos

Interpersonal Conflict

Reformular el comentario
Reformular la queja
Reformular el deseo
Reformular la disculpa

Conversation Starters

"¿Crees que es necesario reformular la manera en que enseñamos idiomas?"

"Si pudieras reformular una ley de tu país, ¿cuál sería?"

"¿Alguna vez tuviste que reformular una disculpa porque no te creyeron?"

"¿Cómo reformularías tu meta principal para este año?"

"¿Es mejor reformular un problema o simplemente buscar una solución rápida?"

Journal Prompts

Escribe sobre una situación en la que alguien te malinterpretó y tuviste que reformular tus palabras.

Reformula tu visión del éxito. ¿Qué significaba para ti hace cinco años y qué significa ahora?

Si fueras un político, ¿cómo reformularías el discurso sobre el cambio climático para convencer a todos?

Describe un libro o película cuyo final te gustaría reformular y explica por qué.

Piensa en un consejo que recibiste. Reformúlalo para que sea aplicable a tu vida actual.

Frequently Asked Questions

10 questions

Sí, 'reformular' es un verbo regular que termina en -ar. Sigue el modelo de 'amar' o 'hablar' en todos sus tiempos y personas.

Usa 'reformular' en contextos formales, como el trabajo o la universidad. 'Decir otra vez' es más común en conversaciones informales con amigos o familia.

Sí, si te refieres a cambiar la receta o los ingredientes de un producto procesado. Por ejemplo: 'La empresa decidió reformular la receta de la galleta'.

El sustantivo es 'reformulación'. Por ejemplo: 'La reformulación del proyecto tomó tres días'.

No, no se reformulan personas. Se reformulan sus ideas, sus palabras, sus planes o sus propuestas.

Generalmente sí, implica un intento de mejorar la claridad o la adecuación, aunque técnicamente solo significa expresar de forma distinta.

La traducción más precisa es 'reformular' o 'parafrasear'. En un contexto muy informal, puedes decir 'decir de otra manera'.

Revisar es mirar algo para ver si está bien. Reformular es la acción de cambiar las palabras después de revisarlas.

Sí, si la pregunta original no es clara, el profesor puede reformularla para ayudar a los estudiantes.

Sí, es un término estándar en todo el mundo hispanohablante, especialmente en niveles educativos medios y superiores.