Meaning 1neutral · 82%
Tactful and strategically careful when handling a sensitive situation.
Natural examples
Sie antwortete diplomatisch auf die kritische Frage.
She answered the difficult question diplomatically.
Der Vermittler fand eine diplomatische Lösung für den Streit.
The mediator found a diplomatic solution to the dispute.
Mit einem diplomatischen Hinweis bat er die Gäste um Ruhe.
He politely hinted that the guests should be quiet.
Usage note
Diplomatisch can describe international relations or tactful behavior. This entry covers the second sense; it can be compared.
Mini-lesson: diplomatisch
Tactful and strategically careful when handling a sensitive situation. Diplomatisch can describe international relations or tactful behavior. This entry covers the second sense; it can be compared.
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