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    Formal (en. Formal)

    /for'mal/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    adjective
    That follows an established form or protocol.
    The ceremony was very formal and elegant.
    La ceremonia fue muy formal y elegante.
    That is designed for serious or formal situations.
    It is a formal dress for the gala.
    Es un vestido formal para la gala.
    That is official or rigorous in nature.
    A formal invitation is required to enter the event.
    Se requiere una invitación formal para entrar al evento.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'formalis', which means 'related to form'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    formal letter
    A document that follows an official format.
    carta formal
    formal speech
    A speech that follows certain protocol rules.
    discurso formal
    formal meeting
    A gathering that requires appropriate attendance and behavior.
    reunión formal

    Related Words

    formality
    Quality of being formal.
    formalidad
    informal
    That does not follow strict protocol or etiquette.
    informal
    ceremonious
    That has a formal and solemn character.
    ceremonioso

    Slang Meanings

    To dress more elegantly than necessary.
    I came very formally to the party, when it was just a casual gathering.
    Vine muy formal a la fiesta, cuando solo era una reunión casual.
    To behave in a rigid and unnatural manner.
    Don’t be so formal, relax a little.
    No seas tan formal, relájate un poco.