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How to Say "diplomat" in Spanish

The Spanish word fordiplomatis diplomáticoB1 level. This is a very common word in everyday Spanish.

English → SpanishB1
nounB1
a person representing a country
A person in a formal suit shaking hands with another person in a formal suit against a background of two different national flags.

Examples

El diplomático trabajó duro para evitar el conflicto.

The diplomat worked hard to avoid the conflict.

Mi tío es diplomático y vive en la embajada.

My uncle is a diplomat and lives in the embassy.

Varios diplomáticos se reunieron para firmar el tratado.

Several diplomats met to sign the treaty.

Changing Gender

When referring to a man, we use 'el diplomático'. If you are referring to a woman, the word changes to 'la diplomática'.

Don't forget the accent

Mistake:El diplomatico es amable.

Correction: El diplomático es amable. (The accent on the 'a' is necessary for correct pronunciation).

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