Definition
正式 (zhèngshì) describes something that follows official rules or conventions, like a formal meeting or official document. It differs from 正规 (zhèngguī), which means 'standard/legitimate' (e.g., 正规学校 a regular school), and from 客气 (kèqi), which refers to polite, courteous behavior in social settings.
adjective
formalofficial
Easily confused
- 证实zhèng shísound-aliketo confirm, to verify
- 正视zhèng shìsound-aliketo face squarely, to face up to (a problem, reality, etc.)
Examples
- 正式，。Zhè shì yì chǎng zhèng shì de huìyì, qǐng dàjiā chuān xīzhuāng.This is a formal meeting; please wear suits.
- 正式。Gōngsī zhèng shì xuānbù le xià jìdù jìhuà.The company officially announced next quarter's plan.
- 正式。Nǐ xūyào qiān yí fèn zhèng shì hétong.You need to sign a formal contract.
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