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The correct spelling is formal.
How to pronounce formal
/ˈfɔːməl/
nounIPA: /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.Formalin.
- 2.An evening gown.
- 3.An event with a formal dress code.
- 4.A formal parameter.
adjective
- 1.Being in accord with established forms.
- 2.Official.
- 3.Relating to the form or structure of something.
- 4.Relating to formation.
- 5.Ceremonial or traditional.
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