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    L'ambassade (en. The embassy)

    /lɑ̃.bas.ad/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    Building or office where the diplomatic representation of a country is located.
    The French embassy is located downtown.
    L'ambassade de France se trouve dans le centre-ville.
    Diplomatic institution that represents one state to another state.
    He was appointed ambassador to the Spanish embassy.
    Il a été nommé ambassadeur à l'ambassade espagnole.
    Delegation of diplomats sent to handle political affairs.
    The embassy played a crucial role in the negotiations.
    L'ambassade a joué un rôle crucial dans les négociations.

    Etymology

    From the Latin 'ambassada', derived from 'ambassator', which means 'messenger'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    go to the embassy
    Visit the diplomatic institution for official matters.
    aller à l'ambassade
    seek asylum at the embassy
    Request diplomatic protection due to dangers in one's country.
    demander l'asile à l'ambassade
    work at the embassy
    Be employed in a diplomatic mission.
    travailler à l'ambassade

    Related Words

    ambassador
    Official representative of one state to another state.
    ambassadeur
    consulate
    Office of diplomatic representation of a state in a city other than the capital.
    consulat
    diplomacy
    Art of managing relations between states.
    diplomatie

    Slang Meanings

    A place to obtain legal or immigration advice.
    He had to go to the embassy for information about his visa.
    Il a dû se rendre à l'ambassade pour des informations sur son visa.
    Refers to a meeting place for expatriates.
    This café near the embassy is often frequented by foreigners.
    Ce café près de l'ambassade est souvent fréquenté par des étrangers.