Embajador (en. Ambassador)
/em.ba.xaˈðoɾ/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishSpanish
noun
Person who officially represents a country in another.
The ambassador presented his credentials to the president of the host country.
El embajador presentó sus credenciales al presidente del país anfitrión.
High-ranking diplomat responsible for representation and negotiation between nations.
The ambassador participated in the peace negotiations.
El embajador participó en las negociaciones de paz.
Person who defends or promotes the interests of an entity or cause.
She is the goodwill ambassador for UNICEF.
Ella es la embajadora de buena voluntad de la UNICEF.
Etymology
From Latin 'ambassador', which means 'one who is sent'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
ambassador of peace
Person who promotes peace between nations or groups.
embajador de paz
cultural ambassador
Person who represents and promotes the culture of a country abroad.
embajador cultural
ambassador of good taste
Person who has a distinguished judgement in art or fashion.
embajador del buen gusto
Related Words
embassy
Office and residence of the ambassador in the host country.
embajada
diplomacy
Art and practice of managing international relations.
diplomacia
delegation
Group of people representing an organization or country at an event.
delegación
Slang Meanings
One who negotiates with style and flair.
That guy is an ambassador, he always gets what he wants in negotiations.
Ese tipo es un embajador, siempre consigue lo que quiere en las negociaciones.
Person who is a master at making friends.
That girl is an ambassador, she always knows everyone.
Esa chica es un embajador, siempre conoce a todo el mundo.