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formal in Malay

formal

UK/ˈfɔːməl//ˈfɔɹməl/

formal in Malay: formal, rasmi. In English, formal means in accordance with established forms.

Malay words for formal

being in accord with established forms
formal
official
formal, rasmi
ceremonial
formal

English meaning of formal

  1. adjective In accordance with established forms.
  2. adjective Official.
  3. adjective Relating to the form or structure of something.
  4. adjective Relating to formation.

Full definition of formal

formal in a sentence

  • She spoke formal English, without any dialect.
  • I'd like to make a formal complaint.
  • Formal linguistics ignores the vocabulary of languages and focuses solely on their grammar.

formal in other languages

Questions about formal in Malay

What is the meaning of formal in Malay?
Formal in Malay is formal, rasmi.
Apakah maksud formal dalam bahasa Melayu?
Formal: formal, rasmi.
What does formal mean in English?
Formal means in accordance with established forms.

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