Japanese

せいしき
Meaning: official; formal; legal
Part of Speech: Noun, Adjectival noun

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Handwriting

正
式

Example sentences

It is necessary to complete the formal procedures.
前任者から業務を正式に引き継いだ。
I formally took over the duties from my predecessor.
この団体の正式名称は何ですか?
What is the official name of this organization?
彼は正式に引退を表明した。
He officially announced his retirement.
国王は隣国に対して正式に宣戦布告をした。
The king formally declared war on the neighboring country.
正式な回答は書面でお願いします
Please provide a formal response in writing.
役所は私の婚姻届を正式に受理した。
The government office formally accepted my marriage registration.
正式な地位はないが白衣宰相として実権を握っている
Though lacking official position, he holds real power as an unofficial advisor

Usage Notes

Refers to following established rules or procedures without simplification.

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