Diplomat (en. Diplomata)
ˈdɪpləˌmæt
Meaning & Definition
EnglishTagalog
noun
A person with an official mission representing their country in another country.
The diplomat works to maintain good relations between countries.
Ang diplomat ay nagtatrabaho upang mapanatili ang magandang relasyon sa pagitan ng mga bansa.
A person skilled in dealing with and negotiating political and international issues.
Maria is a skilled diplomat in negotiating global issues.
Mahusay na diplomat si Maria sa pakikipag-ayos ng mga usaping pandaigdig.
A person who conducts diplomacy on behalf of their country.
As a diplomat, she was tasked with engaging local leaders.
Bilang diplomat, siya ay inatasang makipag-ugnayan sa mga lokal na lider.
Etymology
From the French word 'diplomate' and from the Greek 'diplōma'
Common Phrases and Expressions
diplomatic relations
Official relations between two countries.
diplomatic relations
diplomatic mission
An official mission sent to another country for diplomatic purposes.
diplomatic mission
Related Words
diplomacy
The art of negotiating and managing international issues.
diplomasiya
diplomatic representative
An official representative of a country performing the duties of a diplomat.
kinatawan-diplomatiko
Slang Meanings
Negotiator (who knows how to deal with people)
He’s like a diplomat, always resolving misunderstandings in the group.
Parang diplomat siya, lagi na lang siya ang nag-aayos ng hindi pagkakaintindihan sa grupo.
Someone who gives beautiful (promises or speeches)
Wow, you're so good at being a diplomat at parties, it seems like everyone wants to be with you!
Grabe, ang galing mo magpaka-diplomat sa mga party, parang lahat gusto sa'yo!