Delegations Meaning in English
word · lemma: delegation
ˌdɛɫəˈɡeɪʃənz
del-uh-GAY-shunz
dˌɛlɪɡˈeɪʃənz
del-ih-GAY-shunz
Definition
Groups of people chosen or sent to represent others, usually at a meeting, conference, or official event.
Usage & Nuances
Most often used in formal or official contexts, like international conferences. Common collocations: 'trade delegations,' 'foreign delegations.' Not used for casual gatherings; refers to an official group, not individuals.
Spanish: delegacionesPortuguese (BR): delegaçõesPortuguese (PT): delegaçõesChinese (Simplified): 代表团Chinese (Traditional): 代表團Hindi: प्रतिनिधिमंडलArabic: وفودBengali: প্রতিনিধিদলসমূহ - প্রতিনিধি দলগুলোRussian: делегацииJapanese: 代表団Vietnamese: phái đoànKorean: 대표단Turkish: heyetlerUrdu: وفودIndonesian: delegasi - rombongan perwakilan
Example Sentences
Several delegations attended the international summit.
basic
The school sent two delegations to the science fair.
basic
The president welcomed all delegations warmly.
basic
Business delegations from three countries came to sign the agreement.
natural
After the speeches, the delegations exchanged gifts.
natural
The conference room was filled with colorful flags from all the delegations.
natural