English–French
“formal” in French
French
Pronunciation
IPA/fɔʁmɛl/
Example
J'ai reçu une réponse formelle du directeur.
I received a formal reply from the director.
How to say “formal” in French
“Formal” in French is formel.
A message, event, or appearance shaped to follow an established form and carry official weight.
Example sentences with formel
Pour la réunion, adoptez un ton formel.
For the meeting, adopt a formal tone.
Tips for using formel
- Formel agrees with the noun: formelle is the feminine singular form, while formels and formelles mark the plural.