Diplomatiek
Example: De diplomatieke onderhandelingen voorkwamen een groot conflict tussen landen.
Definition
"Diplomatic" describes actions, behavior, or negotiations aimed at managing international relations smoothly and avoiding conflict, especially through tact, sensitivity, and skill. For example, "diplomatic negotiations" prevent major conflicts between countries by fostering understanding and compromise.
Etymology
The word "diplomatic" originates from the French word 'diplomatique,' which itself comes from the Greek 'diploma,' meaning 'folded paper or document.' This reflects the historical use of official documents or letters in managing international affairs. Did you know that the origin hints at the importance of written agreements in diplomacy?
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"Diplomatiek" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - History - (B2) - set 1", containing 105 commonly used words.
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