An official representative of one country in another.
Natural examples
Der Botschafter begrüßte die Delegation am Flughafen.
The ambassador welcomed the delegation at the airport.
Die Botschafterin sprach bei der Eröffnung des Kulturzentrums.
The ambassador spoke at the cultural center opening.
Ein Botschafter vermittelt oft zwischen Regierungen.
An ambassador often mediates between governments.
Usage note
Botschafter is masculine; Botschafterin is feminine. An ambassador usually represents a state abroad.
Mini-lesson: Botschafter
An official representative of one country in another. Botschafter is masculine; Botschafterin is feminine. An ambassador usually represents a state abroad.
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