Formales (en. Formal)

/foɾˈmales/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
adjective
Refers to something that follows established norms or conventions.
In the meeting, everyone must wear formal clothing.
En la reunión, todos deben vestir ropa formales.
Given in a specialized or technical context.
Formal language is important in legal documents.
El lenguaje formales es importante en documentos legales.
Used to describe behaviors or attitudes that are appropriate in a serious context.
It’s advisable to maintain a formal tone in job interviews.
Es recomendable mantener un tono formales en las entrevistas de trabajo.

Etymology

From Latin 'formalis', which refers to form or the issue of formality.

Common Phrases and Expressions

formal meetings
A meeting that follows a specific protocol.
reunión formales
formal documents
Papers that have an official style and presentation.
documentos formales
formal attire
Appropriate clothing for serious or business occasions.
vestimenta formales

Related Words

formality
The quality of being formal or adhering to certain norms.
formalidad
formalism
An attitude that focuses on established forms and rules.
formalismo
informals
One that does not follow rigid norms, opposite of formals.
informales

Slang Meanings

Rigid or boring style.
That outfit is too formal for this party, we should dress more comfortably.
Esa ropa es demasiado formales para esta fiesta, deberíamos ir más cómodos.
Excessively serious behavior.
Relax a bit, it’s not necessary to be so formal on a night out with friends.
Relájate un poco, no es necesario ser tan formales en una salida entre amigos.