giác thư
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Definition
- Noun:
- Diplomatic memorandum: A formal diplomatic document from the government of one country to the government of another, expressing an opposing stance or protest on a specific issue, often for the purpose of contention or to make a demand.
Usage Examples
- Noun:
- Bộ Ngoại giao đã gửi một giác thư phản đối hành động vi phạm chủ quyền. (The Ministry of Foreign Affairs sent a diplomatic memorandum protesting the sovereignty-violating action.)
- Giác thư này nêu rõ lập trường kiên quyết của chúng tôi. (This memorandum clearly states our firm position.)
Advanced Usage
- Formal Diplomatic Communication: "Giác thư" is used in very formal diplomatic contexts, typically to lodge a protest, state a position, or make a demand. It is more confrontational than a routine diplomatic note.
- Việc trao đổi giác thư cho thấy căng thẳng giữa hai nước đang gia tăng. (The exchange of memoranda shows that tensions between the two countries are increasing.)
Variants and Related Words
- Công hàm (diplomatic note): A broader category of diplomatic correspondence, which can include less confrontational communications.
- Tối hậu thư (ultimatum): A final, uncompromising demand with a threat of serious consequences, which is stronger than a "giác thư".
Synonyms
- Diplomatic protest: A formal expression of disapproval in diplomacy.
- Memorandum (in a diplomatic context): A written message in diplomacy.
Related Phrases
- Gửi/ trao giác thư: To send/deliver a diplomatic memorandum.
- Đại sứ quán đã trao giác thư cho Bộ Ngoại giao nước sở tại. (The embassy delivered the memorandum to the host country's Ministry of Foreign Affairs.)
noun
- diplomatic memorandum