resmiyet

Resmiyet is a Turkish term that denotes the quality or character of formality or officialness in social, administrative, or ceremonial settings. It refers to the adherence to established rules, protocols, and etiquette that govern behavior, speech, dress, and interaction in official contexts. The concept applies to government offices, courts, diplomatic events, and other institutions where procedure and ceremony structure activities and perceptions. It can also describe everyday situations where formal norms are expected, such as official ceremonies, corporate protocols, or administrative processes.

Linguistically, resmiyet is formed from resmi, meaning official, with the abstract-noun suffix -iyet, yielding a noun that expresses the state of being formal or official. The degree of resmiyet in a given setting can vary by culture, organization, and context, and it may be perceived neutrally as necessary for legitimacy or negatively as an obstacle to spontaneity and merit.

In political science and sociology, the term is used to analyze how formal rules, hierarchies, and rituals shape interaction, power, and access. In everyday discourse, it often carries a nuanced range from neutral references to etiquette and protocol, to critique of bureaucratic rigidity. Related notions include etiquette, protocol, and bureaucracy. The balance between resmiyet and informality can reflect broader social values about authority, trust, and efficiency.