Pormal (en. Formal)

pɔrˈmal

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
adjective
Related to formal standards or behavior.
His attire is formal and appropriate for that occasion.
Ang kanyang pananamit ay pormal at angkop para sa okasyong iyon.
Refers to a situation or occasion that is official or serious.
The ceremony for giving diplomas was formal.
Naging pormal ang seremonya sa pagbibigay ng diploma.
The style of expression that has structure and standards.
All letters in the office must be formal.
Lahat ng liham sa opisina ay dapat na pormal.

Etymology

From the Spanish word 'formal'

Common Phrases and Expressions

formal attire
Attire suitable for formal occasions.
pormal na kasuotan
formal gathering
An occasion with an official purpose and structure.
pormal na pagtitipon

Related Words

formality
The state of being formal or official.
pormalidad
formalization
The process of making something formal or official.
pormalisasyon

Slang Meanings

serious or proper appearance
You should speak formally in front of the teachers.
Dapat kang magsalita nang pormal sa harap ng mga guro.
not casual
Your outfit here is too formal for a party.
Ang kasuotan mo dito ay masyadong pormal para sa isang kasiyahan.
with formality
Of course, we need a formal invitation for the wedding.
Siyempre, kailangan natin ng pormal na imbitasyon para sa kasal.