formality
n. 礼节; 拘谨; 正式手续
If you say that an action or procedure is just a formality, you mean that it is done only because it is normally done, and that it will not have any real effect on the situation.
With the Cold War almost over, the talks were a mere formality.
随着冷战即将结束,对话就只是一种形式了。
Formalities are formal actions or procedures that are carried out as part of a particular activity or event.
They are whisked through the immigration and customs formalities in a matter of minutes.
给他们办理入境和通关手续只用了短短几分钟时间。
1. a requirement of etiquette or custom
2. a manner that strictly observes all forms and ceremonies
3. compliance with formal rules
There is too much formality at official dinners.
官方的晚宴有太多的拘泥形式了.
Fill out the form first. This is the formality we have to follow.
先填写表格, 这是必须的手续.
With regard to participation, two trends of formality and simplification should be avoided.
在这一过程中, 要避免参与的形式化和简单化倾向.
I found the formality of the occasion irritating.
我觉得这种场合的繁文缛节十分讨厌.
He is already assured of the job and his interview is a mere formality.
他已经肯定获得那份工作了,口头审查仅是形式而已.