Spanish word

multilateral

Pronunciation

IPA/multilateˈɾal/

Meaning

  • adjectivemultilateral

Example

Mañana hay una reunión multilateral.

There is a multilateral meeting tomorrow.

Illustration for multilateral (multilateral)

More examples

Se necesita cooperación multilateral para afrontar problemas globales.

Multilateral cooperation is needed to address global problems.

Core concept

A treaty being signed by representatives of several countries.

Common phrases

  • foro multilateral

    multilateral forum

  • cooperación multilateral

    multilateral cooperation

Similar words

internacional: Concerns interactions or issues between nations and activities across borders.
bilateral: Involves only two parties or countries in an agreement or relationship.
multinacional: Operates in multiple countries as a company or organization.
regional: Concerns a specific geographic area and the countries or places within it.

Definition in Spanish

Se aplica a acuerdos, acciones o foros en los que participan varios países.

Word origin

From medieval Latin multilateralis, ultimately from Latin multi 'many' and lateralis 'side', literally 'many-sided' and applied to diplomatic or cooperative efforts that include several countries.

Usage tips

  • As an adjective it follows Spanish agreement rules: the singular form is multilateral for both genders and the plural adds -es, for example acuerdos multilaterales and la acción multilateral.

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