diplomacy
/dɪˈpləʊməsi/ · /dɪˈploʊməsi/
CEFR level C1Topic GovernmentWord #5574 in the learning path
外交；外交活动
Definitions
n. Managing relations between countries through discussion and negotiation.
外交；外交活动
n. Skill in dealing with people without upsetting them.
交际手腕；圆通
Example
The two countries solved their disagreement through diplomacy.
这两个国家通过外交途径解决了分歧。
Effective diplomacy can help neighbouring countries manage shared water resources without resorting to conflict.
有效的外交能帮助邻国管理共享水资源，避免诉诸冲突。
Collocations
- international diplomacy
- quiet diplomacy
- use diplomacy
Word family
- diplomat (n.)
- diplomatic (adj.)
- diplomatically (adv.)
Usage tip
既指国家间的外交，也指避免得罪人的处事技巧。
FAQ
- What does diplomacy mean?
- Managing relations between countries through discussion and negotiation. Skill in dealing with people without upsetting them.
- How is diplomacy pronounced?
- UK /dɪˈpləʊməsi/, US /dɪˈploʊməsi/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
