Spanish Conversation · Level 74
60 words
Spanish word
formalizar
Pronunciation
IPA/foɾmaliˈθaɾ/
Meaning
- verbformalize
Example
Necesitamos formalizar el acuerdo mañana.
We need to formalize the agreement tomorrow.
More examples
Para recibir la ayuda, primero debes formalizar los trámites en la oficina.
To receive assistance, you must first formalize the procedures at the office.
Core concept
Turning an agreement, document, or situation into an official act by completing required formalities.
Common phrases
formalizar los trámites
formalize the procedures
formalizar una solicitud
formalize an application
Similar words
firmar: Signing a document to show agreement, approval, or consent.
aprobar: Giving formal approval or permission to a proposal or document.
legalizar: Completing procedures to give a document or act legal validity.
ratificar: Formally confirming a decision or agreement to make it binding.
Definition in Spanish
Convertir en oficial un acuerdo, documento o situación mediante las formalidades necesarias.
Word origin
It comes from Spanish formal (from Latin forma 'form, shape') plus the verb-forming suffix -izar, meaning 'to make formal'.
Usage tips
- Usually takes a direct object (formalizar un contrato) and denotes completing official or legal procedures rather than merely being polite.