formality
US
UK formality n: uncountable (lack of familiarity)
SC 拘谨 jū jǐn
SC 拘束 jū jǐn，jū shù
Penelope's sudden formality towards me hurts my feelings.
formality n: uncountable (ceremonious quality)
SC 仪式 yí shì
TC 儀式
TC 儀式
SC 礼节 yí shì，lǐ jié
The formality of the event was reflected in the beautiful table settings and flower arrangements.
formality n: uncountable (convention)
SC 俗套，繁文缛节 sú tào，fán wén rù jié
SC 正式手续，形式上的手续 zhèng shì shǒu xù，xíng shì shàng de shǒu xù
Filling out the forms is just a matter of formality.
formality n: (conventional procedure)
SC 例行公事
One of the formalities of making a will is that two witnesses must sign it.
Can I ask you to confirm receipt of this email, just as a formality.