diplomacy — the profession, activity, or skill of managing international relations, typically by a country's representatives
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: the profession, activity, or skill of managing international relations, typically by a country's representatives
Pronunciation (IPA): /dɪˈploʊməsi/
Korean meaning: 외교, 국가 간의 관계를 관리하는 기술이나 활동
Korean pronunciation: 디**플**러머시
Example Sentences
- His diplomacy was so smooth that he convinced his wife that buying a gaming console was for 'family bonding time.'
- The teacher used diplomacy to resolve the conflict between students without taking sides.
- My mom's kitchen diplomacy: 'You can have dessert... after you eat ALL your vegetables.'
diplomacy
NOUN//dɪˈploʊməsi//
the profession, activity, or skill of managing international relations, typically by a country's representatives
Through diplomacy, the two sides resolve their conflict with negotiation and a handshake.
"Diplomacy takes more than just a policy — it's patience, trust, and subtle artistry."
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🌳Etymology
Origin
From French 'diplomatie', derived from Greek 'diploma' meaning a folded document or official paper (from 'diploun' meaning to fold). The term originally referred to the management of official documents and international relations.
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📝Examples
“His diplomacy was so smooth that he convinced his wife that buying a gaming console was for 'family bonding time.'”
“The teacher used diplomacy to resolve the conflict between students without taking sides.”
“My mom's kitchen diplomacy: 'You can have dessert... after you eat ALL your vegetables.'”
“International diplomacy requires patience and cultural understanding.”
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