C1noun formal 2K

Diplomat

🇬🇧 UK /["/ˈdɪpləmæt/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/ˈdɪpləmæt/"]/

Meaning of Diplomat

a person whose job is to represent his or her country in a foreign country, for example, in an embassy

In simple words: A person who represents their country in foreign relations.

Diplomat in a sentence

• Washington's top diplomat in Havana
• a Western diplomat in Islamabad
• the chief Cuban diplomat in the United States
• two of the world's most prominent diplomats
• You’ll need to be a real diplomat to persuade them to come to some agreement.

How to use Diplomat

Typically used in formal contexts, such as international relations. Not appropriate to use in casual conversation unless discussing specific roles.

Grammar pattern

subject + be + diplomat

Memory hint

Think of a 'diplomat' as a 'diploma' holder in a formal suit negotiating peace.

Related words

Collocations with Diplomat

• chief
• prominent
• senior
• be
• serve as
• work as
• chief
• prominent
• senior
• be
• serve as
• work as

Synonyms for Diplomat

• negotiator
• ambassador
• envoy
• representative

Opposites of Diplomat

• belligerent
• aggressor

Common mistakes with Diplomat

• Confused with 'diplomatic' which refers to behavior or practices, not just a person.
• Using in informal settings where a simpler term like 'ambassador' would suffice.
• Mispronouncing the term as 'dip-lo-mat' instead of 'diplomat'.

Frequently asked questions about Diplomat

What does Diplomat mean?

A person who represents their country in foreign relations.

What is the definition of Diplomat?

a person whose job is to represent his or her country in a foreign country, for example, in an embassy

How do you use Diplomat in a sentence?

Washington's top diplomat in Havana

Can you give another example of Diplomat?

a Western diplomat in Islamabad

What are synonyms for Diplomat?

Common alternatives include negotiator, ambassador, envoy, representative.

What is the opposite of Diplomat?

Opposite meanings include belligerent, aggressor.

What words go with Diplomat?

It commonly pairs with chief, prominent, senior, be, serve as, work as, chief, prominent, senior, be, serve as, work as.

What are common mistakes when using Diplomat?

Confused with 'diplomatic' which refers to behavior or practices, not just a person. Using in informal settings where a simpler term like 'ambassador' would suffice. Mispronouncing the term as 'dip-lo-mat' instead of 'diplomat'.

How do you pronounce Diplomat?

US: /["/ˈdɪpləmæt/"]/, UK: /["/ˈdɪpləmæt/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

Is Diplomat formal or informal?

"Diplomat" is formal, so it fits professional, business, or academic conversations.

When should I use Diplomat?

Typically used in formal contexts, such as international relations. Not appropriate to use in casual conversation unless discussing specific roles.

What CEFR level is Diplomat?

"Diplomat" is at C1 level on the CEFR scale.