English–Spanish
“formality” in Spanish
Spanish
Pronunciation
IPA/foɾmaliˈðað/
Example
No soporta la formalidad en las reuniones.
He can't stand the formality in meetings.
How to say “formality” in Spanish
“Formality” in Spanish is formalidad.
Polite social distance.
Example sentences with formalidad
El protocolo exige formalidad en la entrega de premios.
The protocol requires formality in the presentation of awards.
Tips for using formalidad
- Formalidad often implies social distance or stiffness rather than simple politeness, so speakers who dislike it usually avoid formal pronouns such as usted.