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외교

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Understanding '외교' (Diplomacy)

'외교' refers to the practice and management of international relations between countries. It often involves negotiation, communication, and maintaining peaceful and cooperative ties.

Common Contexts

You will frequently encounter '외교' in discussions about government policies, international affairs, and security. It is a formal term used in political and official contexts.

Typical Collocations

  • 외교 관계 (diplomatic relations): Refers to the ongoing relationship between countries.
  • 외교 문제 (diplomatic issues): Topics or problems related to diplomacy.
  • 외교관 (diplomat): A person who represents their country abroad.

Usage Notes

When using '외교', it usually implies official or governmental interactions rather than casual or personal relationships. Learners sometimes confuse '외교' with '교류' (exchange), but '외교' specifically relates to state-level diplomacy.

Politeness and Register

'외교' is a formal noun and is appropriate in news, academic, and official speech. It is not used in casual conversation unless discussing international affairs.

Example Sentences

한국은 여러 나라와 활발한 외교 관계를 유지하고 있다.

Hanguk eun yeoreo nara wa hwalbalhan oegyo gwangye reul yujihago itda.

Korea maintains active diplomatic relations with many countries.

외교 문제는 국가의 안보와 직결된다.

Oegyo munje neun gukga ui anbo wa jikgyeoldenda.

Diplomatic issues are directly connected to national security.

그는 외교관으로서 여러 국제 회의에 참석했다.

Geuneun oegyo gwaneuroseo yeoreo gukje hoeui e chamseokhaetda.

He attended various international conferences as a diplomat.