1.
official, formal
Publicly recognized or authorized; relating to an official capacity or position.
2.
formula (mathematics)
A mathematical rule or relationship expressed in symbols.
TWO DISTINCT MEANINGS:
1. As na-adjective: official, formal (公式な〜)
2. As noun: mathematical formula
COMMON EXPRESSIONS:
- 公式サイト (official website)
- 公式発表 (official announcement)
- 公式記録 (official record)
- 公式訪問 (official visit)
- 計算公式 (calculation formula)
OPPOSITE: 非公式 (unofficial, informal)
[Register: Neutral to Formal]
Related Words
Antonym:
非公式 (unofficial)