How to Say ‘Is more formal?’ in Portuguese
É mais formal?
eh mysh fohr-MAHL
[eh mysh fohr-MAHL]
Phrase Breakdown
É
[eh]
is
Third-person singular of the verb 'ser'; used to ask or state what something is like.
É importante perceber o estilo de liderança da empresa.
It is important to understand the company's leadership style.
mais
[mysh]
more
Used for comparison, for example when comparing one work environment with another.
Este escritório parece mais aberto à comunicação.
This office seems more open to communication.
formal
[fohr-MAHL]
formal
Describes a more traditional, structured, or serious style of workplace culture.
O dress code é formal, mas o ambiente é simpático.
The dress code is formal, but the atmosphere is friendly.
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