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aspecto formal

[ɐˈspɛttu fuɾˈmaɫ]
nounmasculinepl: aspectos formais
formal aspect
1. The official, ceremonial, or structured nature of something; the formal quality or appearance
The formal aspect of the ceremony was impressive.
O aspecto formal da cerimônia foi impressionante.
2. In linguistics, a grammatical category indicating the way an action is viewed with respect to time and completion
The formal aspect distinguishes between perfective and imperfective actions.
O aspecto formal distingue entre ações perfectivas e imperfectivas.
3. The outward appearance or presentation that conforms to established rules or conventions
Despite informal content, the formal aspect of the document was maintained.
Apesar do conteúdo informal, o aspecto formal do documento foi mantido.
Synonyms
formalidadecaráter formalaparência formalforma oficial
Antonyms
aspecto informalinformalidadecaráter informal

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
aspecto formal
Standard usage across Brazil
Portugal
aspecto formal
Standard usage in European Portuguese

Related Idioms & Phrases

manter o aspecto formal
preservar o aspecto formal
aspecto formal e substancial
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