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formal

The correct spelling is formal.

How to pronounce formal

/ˈfɔːməl/
noun

IPA: /ˈfɔːməl/

Say it like: For-mal

The correct spelling is formal. Formalin. For example: "Jenny took Sam to her Year 12 formal."

Usage Examples

Jenny took Sam to her Year 12 formal.

She spoke formal English, without any dialect.

I'd like to make a formal complaint.

Meanings

noun

  1. 1.Formalin.
  2. 2.An evening gown.
  3. 3.An event with a formal dress code.
  4. 4.A formal parameter.

adjective

  1. 1.Being in accord with established forms.
  2. 2.Official.
  3. 3.Relating to the form or structure of something.
  4. 4.Relating to formation.
  5. 5.Ceremonial or traditional.

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