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    Formalidad (en. Formality)

    /foɾma.liˈðað/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    Quality of being formal; respect for established rules.
    The formality of the ceremony gave it a special touch.
    La formalidad de la ceremonia le dio un toque especial.
    Set of rules or norms that must be followed in a procedure.
    A lack of formality was observed in the speeches at the meeting.
    En la reunión se observó una falta de formalidad en los discursos.
    Rigor and correctness in behavior, especially in social acts.
    He didn't like the excessive formality of the event.
    No le gustó la formalidad excesiva del evento.

    Etymology

    Derived from the Latin 'formalitas', which means 'character of the formal'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to do something with formality
    To act in accordance with the established norms and with seriousness.
    hacer algo con formalidad
    to fail to adhere to formality
    Not complying with the established rules in a certain context.
    faltar a la formalidad
    formality in dealings
    Respect and care in the way of communicating with others.
    formalidad en el trato

    Related Words

    formal
    That follows a set of rules or norms.
    formal
    informality
    Lack of formality in behavior or dealings.
    informalidad
    protocolar
    Related to a protocol or a series of established norms.
    protocolar

    Slang Meanings

    In certain contexts, 'formality' is used as a synonym for rigidity or boredom.
    That meeting was pure formality; no one dared to innovate.
    Esa reunión fue pura formalidad, nadie se atrevió a innovar.
    It can be used in a sarcastic tone to refer to someone who excessively follows the rules.
    Look at Juan! He's acting with so much formality, as if he were a judge.
    ¡Mira a Juan! Está actuando con mucha formalidad, como si fuera un juez.