formal
intermediateB2/ˈfɔːr.məl/ · for-mal
Adhering to conventional rules, established forms, or etiquette.
Meanings
Adhering to conventional rules, established forms, or etiquette.
روایتی قوانین، مقررہ شکلوں، یا آداب کی پابندی کرنا۔
رسمی
rasmi
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Common Collocations
- formal attire
- formal invitation
- formal education
Example Sentences
He wore a formal suit to the wedding.
اس نے شادی میں ایک رسمی سوٹ پہنا۔
Us ne shaadi mein aik rasmi suit pehna.
The company requires formal communication in all official correspondence.
کمپنی تمام سرکاری خط و کتابت میں رسمی بات چیت کی ضرورت ہے۔
Company tamam sarkari khat-o-kitab mein rasmi baat cheet ki zarurat hai.
During formal meetings, everyone is expected to follow the code of conduct.
باضابطہ اجلاسوں کے دوران، سب سے توقع کی جاتی ہے کہ وہ ضوابط کی پابندی کریں۔
Bazabta ajlason ke doran, sab se tawaqqo ki jati hai keh woh zabait ki pabandi karein.
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💡 Memory Tip
Think of 'formal' like 'form' in architecture: it must adhere to certain rules.
Imagine a well-dressed individual at a formal event.
🗣️ Urdu Proverb
انسان کو اپنے قول و فعل میں باضابطہ ہونا چاہیے
Insaan ko apne qawl o fa'al mein bazabta hona chahiye
A person should be formal in their words and actions.
📖 Etymology
Origin: Latin "formalis" — pertaining to form
First known use: 15th century
The word 'formal' has evolved from Latin roots to describe something that adheres to established conventions or formats.