informal
informal
casual style
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informal with Russian translation
informal usage examples
Компания сообщила, что на встрече действует неформальный дресс-код для гостей.
The company told us the meeting had an informal dress code for visiting guests.
Встреча была неформальной, поэтому все пришли в джинсах.
The meeting was informal, so everyone wore jeans.
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informal belongs to the topic "Interview and Resume". Start with a short 7-word set so the word is easier to remember in context.
informal synonyms
What's the difference between informal / casual / unofficial / relaxed / colloquial / conversational
same general meaning: not formal; applies to events, dress, speech, tone
We had an informal meeting in the office.
У нас была неформальная встреча в офисе.
Wear something casual to the interview.
Надень что‑то повседневное на собеседование.
stresses lack of official status or authorization rather than tone or style
This is an unofficial report — it has not been approved.
Это неофициальный отчёт — он не был утверждён.
We had a relaxed conversation during the interview.
У нас был спокойный разговор на собеседовании.
applies specifically to informal spoken language or idiomatic expressions
The article uses colloquial expressions to sound friendly.
Статья использует разговорные выражения, чтобы звучать дружелюбно.
describes a tone or style that resembles natural conversation; informal but often intentional
Her cover letter had a conversational tone that felt genuine.
Её сопроводительное письмо было в разговорном тоне и звучало искренне.
emphasizes an easygoing, unhurried attitude; informal but implies low urgency
The team is quite laid-back, so the interview was very informal.
Команда довольно расслабленная, поэтому собеседование прошло очень неформально.
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В чем разница в английском между carry, wear, tote и lug
Carry — нести или иметь при себе, wear — носить на теле, tote — таскать с собой, lug — тащить тяжёлое с усилием.
В чем разница в английском между whole, entire, complete и intact
Разница между whole, entire, complete и intact: целое, весь объем, завершенность и сохранность без повреждений.
В чем разница в английском между choose, pick, select и opt for
Разница между choose, pick, select и opt for: обычный выбор, разговорный выбор, выбор из списка и осознанное предпочтение.
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How to pronounce informal and what this word means
informal translation: неформальный. This page includes translation, pronunciation, transcription, audio, usage examples and related words.
how to pronounce informal
/ɪnˈfɔːməl/
informal translation
неформальный
informal examples
The company told us the meeting had an informal dress code for visiting guests.
informal transcription
/ɪnˈfɔːməl/, /ɪnˈfɔrməl/
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Questions about this word
informal meaning: what does it mean?
casual style
informal pronunciation: how do you pronounce it?
informal is pronounced as /ɪnˈfɔːməl/. Audio is available on this page when the word has a recording.
informal definition and sentence examples: how is it used in a sentence?
The company told us the meeting had an informal dress code for visiting guests. Translation: Компания сообщила, что на встрече действует неформальный дресс-код для гостей.
Is informal part of Culture and Traditions of Countries vocabulary?
Yes, informal (неформальный) can be learned in the Culture and Traditions of Countries topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.
Is informal part of In the Office vocabulary?
Yes, informal (неформальный) can be learned in the In the Office topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.
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