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formal in French

formal in French is formel, soutenu, officiel — formal means following official or established rules and conventions.

formal in French

formel
adj
In accordance with established forms.
soutenu
adj
In accordance with established forms.
officiel
adj
Official.
formel
adj
Official.
formel
adj

What does "formal" mean?

  1. adj Following official or established rules and conventions.
    "The company sent a formal letter announcing the merger."
  2. adj Following strict, precise rules or methods, as in logic or science.
    "The proof relies on a formal system of mathematical logic."
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formal in a sentence

  • The company sent a formal letter announcing the merger.
  • They had a formal dinner to celebrate the anniversary.
  • The proof relies on a formal system of mathematical logic.

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What is "formal" in French?

"formal" in French is formel, soutenu, officiel. formal means: Following official or established rules and conventions.

How do you use "formal" in a sentence?

Example: "The company sent a formal letter announcing the merger." In French, "formal" is formel, soutenu, officiel.

Are there other ways to say "formal" in French?

Yes — French has 3 translations listed for "formal": formel, soutenu, officiel.

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