embassy
word
/ˈɛmbəsi/
EM-buh-see
/ˈɛmbəsˌi/
EM-buh-see
Definition
An embassy is the official office and residence of one country’s representatives in another country. It helps with diplomacy, relations between governments, and services for its citizens abroad.
Usage & Nuances
Usually refers to the main diplomatic office in a capital city. Don't confuse it with 'consulate', which is often smaller and may be in other cities; common phrases include 'go to the embassy', 'embassy staff', and 'embassy building'.
Spanish: embajadaPortuguese (BR): embaixadaPortuguese (PT): embaixadaChinese (Simplified): 大使馆Chinese (Traditional): 大使館Hindi: दूतावासArabic: سفارةBengali: রাষ্ট্রদূতাবাসRussian: посольствоJapanese: 大使館Vietnamese: đại sứ quánKorean: 대사관Turkish: büyükelçilikUrdu: سفارت خانہIndonesian: kedutaan besar
Example Sentences
I went to the embassy to renew my passport.
basic
She works at the French embassy.
basic
The embassy is near the city center.
basic
If you lose your passport abroad, call your embassy right away.
natural
There was a long line outside the embassy this morning.
natural
The embassy advised travelers to avoid that area.
natural